Dutch East Indies Meatballs Recipe

Name: Dutch East Indies Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks in heavy syrup, undrained; 1 lb ground round; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, dry and very fine; 1/2 cup milk; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons onions, chopped fine; 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/8 teaspoon curry powder; 1/3 cup white vinegar; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Servings: persons

1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks in heavy syrup, undrained
1 lb ground round
1/2 cup breadcrumbs, dry and very fine
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons onions, chopped fine
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/8 teaspoon curry powder
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce

1
Drain the pineapple chunks, reserving 1/2 cup syrup. Set aside.
2
Combine the ground round, breadcrumbs, milk, beaten egg, chopped onion, and chopped parsley. Mix well. Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs, inserting a pineapple chunk into the center of each meatball. Set any remaining pineapple chunks aside.
3
Combine the butter, oil, and curry powder in a large skillet. Brown the meatballs in the butter mixture over medium heat until browned. Drain meatballs, discarding the drippings. Set aside and keep warm.
4
Combine the reserved pineapple syrup, vinegar, sugar, cornstarch, and soy sauce in a saucepan; stir well. Add pineapple chunks; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Serve meatballs with the sauce. (over rice as a main dish, or with toothpicks as an appetizer).

300

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks in heavy syrup, undrained, 1 lb ground round, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, dry and very fine, 1/2 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Dutch East Indies Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Dutch East Indies Meatballs

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