Ingredients
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large onion, shredded or finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
The Sweet and Sour Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ¼ cup pineapple juice (from canned pineapple)
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Vegetables:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ½ cup pineapple chunks
Instructions
Step 1:
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, shredded onion, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into 1-inch meatballs.
Step 2:
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, then remove and set aside.
Step 3:
In the same skillet, sauté diced onion, minced garlic, and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
Step 4:
In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, brown sugar, chicken broth, ketchup, tomato paste, pineapple juice, cornstarch, and salt until smooth.
Step 5:
Pour the sauce into the skillet, stirring continuously until it thickens.
Step 6:
Return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are well-coated in the sauce. Add pineapple chunks and let everything simmer for 10-15 minutes until the meatballs are fully cooked.
Step 7:
Serve hot over rice or noodles and enjoy!
Notes
Cooking Notes
- Lightly oil your hands when forming the meatballs to prevent sticking.
- Browning the meatballs first locks in the juices and enhances their texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sodium: 820mg
- Protein: 30g