These sweet and sour meatballs are a perfect combination of tender meatballs in a tangy, sweet, and savory sauce. This classic recipe is sure to be a hit at any gathering or family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice, for serving
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, and garlic. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
- In a saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water. Slowly pour the mixture into the sauce, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the sweet and sour meatballs over cooked rice and enjoy!