Zesty Vegetarian Sweet and Sour Meatballs

These zesty vegetarian meatballs are a delicious twist on the classic sweet and sour meatballs recipe. Made with flavorful plant-based ingredients and coated in a tangy sweet and sour sauce, these meatballs are perfect for a savory dinner or appetizer.

Ingredients

• 1 package of plant-based meatballs
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 cup of pineapple chunks
• 1/2 cup of ketchup
• 1/4 cup of soy sauce
• 1/4 cup of rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon of cornstarch

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the plant-based meatballs according to package instructions.
2. In a large skillet, sauté the diced bell peppers and onions until they are tender.
3. Add the pineapple chunks, ketchup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
4. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until it has thickened.
5. Add the baked meatballs to the skillet and toss them in the sweet and sour sauce until they are fully coated.
6. Serve the zesty vegetarian meatballs hot as a main course or appetizer.

Interesting Facts