Garlic Meatballs With Sweet & Sour Sauce Recipe

Name: Garlic Meatballs With Sweet & Sour Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs lean ground beef; 2 garlic cloves, chopped fine; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon celery salt; 2 eggs, well beaten; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 cup ketchup; ¾ cup onion, chopped; 1 cup boiling water; 1 beef bouillon cube; ½ cup molasses; ¼ cup brown sugar; ⅔ cup vinegar; 2 teaspoons dry mustard; ½ teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

2 lbs lean ground beef
2 garlic cloves, chopped fine
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon celery salt
2 eggs, well beaten
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup ketchup
¾ cup onion, chopped
1 cup boiling water
1 beef bouillon cube
½ cup molasses
¼ cup brown sugar
⅔ cup vinegar
2 teaspoons dry mustard
½ teaspoon pepper

1
MEATBALLS:.
2
Combine all ingredients.
3
Mix well and shape into 1 1/2 inch balls.
4
Cook over medium-high heat in skillet.
5
Meatballs are cooked when there is no pink in the center.
6
MEATBALL SAUCE:.
7
Combine the above ingredients n a large saucepan.
8
Bring to a boil and simmer for five minutes.
9
Remove from heat.
10
Add meatballs, heat on minimum for 10 minutes.
11
Serve hot.

1480

kcal

Calories

118

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs lean ground beef, 2 garlic cloves, chopped fine, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon celery salt, and more.

Yes, Garlic Meatballs With Sweet & Sour Sauce 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.

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Garlic Meatballs With Sweet & Sour Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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