Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 30 min Total Time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Dishes Cuisine: Asian Diet: Paleo

Description

Description These sweet and sour meatballs offer a perfect balance of sticky-sweet sauce and tender savory meat, making them a comforting family dish that’s easy to prepare.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef or pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup sweet and sour sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • Toothpicks (for serving, optional)
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Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, onion, egg, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until just mixed.
  3. Shape the mixture into small meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until cooked through.
  5. In a saucepan, heat the sweet and sour sauce over medium heat.
  6. Once the meatballs are done, add them to the sauce and stir to coat. Simmer for 3–5 minutes.
  7. Serve warm with toothpicks or over rice for dinner.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. For best flavor, taste and adjust store-bought sauce as necessary. Consider adding sesame seeds or green onions for garnish.