Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe

These sweet and sour meatballs are a classic dish with a delicious twist. The tangy sauce pairs perfectly with juicy meatballs, making it a family favorite. Serve over rice or noodles for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, and pepper. Shape into meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
2. Bake meatballs for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
3. In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and pineapple juice. Bring to a simmer.
4. Add bell peppers, onion, and pineapple chunks to the sauce. Simmer for 10 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water. Stir into the sauce to thicken.
6. Add meatballs to the sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Serve over rice or noodles. Enjoy!

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