Crispy and Fluffy Meatballs with Sweet-Sour Sauce

Name: Crispy and Fluffy Meatballs with Sweet-Sour Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 300 grams Mixed pork and beef mince; 1/2 Onion; 1 Egg; 3 tbsp Panko; 2 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Water; 2 tbsp Katakuriko; 1 tbsp Sesame oil; 1 Salt and pepper; 3 tbsp Vinegar; 3 tbsp Soy sauce; 3 tbsp Sugar; 2 tbsp Ketchup; 2 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Mirin; 4 tbsp Water; 1 tbsp Katakuriko

Servings: persons

300 grams Mixed pork and beef mince
1/2 Onion
1 Egg
3 tbsp Panko
2 tbsp Sake
1 tbsp Water
2 tbsp Katakuriko
1 tbsp Sesame oil
1 Salt and pepper
3 tbsp Vinegar
3 tbsp Soy sauce
3 tbsp Sugar
2 tbsp Ketchup
2 tbsp Sake
1 tbsp Mirin
4 tbsp Water
1 tbsp Katakuriko

1
Chop the onion finely and put all the ingredients for the meatballs in a bowl.
2
Mix the ingredients really well.
3
Shape into balls.
4
Deep-fry the meatballs in oil heated to 160C oil until golden brown.
5
When the surface becomes crispy, it is done.
6
Combine all the sweet and sour sauce ingredients.
7
Add the katakuriko and stir well.
8
Place the meat balls and sauce ingredients in a frying pan.
9
Stir and continue to cook until the sauce has thickened.
10
Sprinkle with sesame seeds if you like.
11
Serve.
12
You can freeze these for later!
13
You can put quail eggs inside the meatballs like Scotch eggs.
14
It is tasty and colourful for your lunch box.

373

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 300 grams Mixed pork and beef mince, 1/2 Onion, 1 Egg, 3 tbsp Panko, and more.

Yes, Crispy and Fluffy Meatballs with Sweet-Sour Sauce falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!