Make Ahead Pineapple Meatballs Recipe

Name: Make Ahead Pineapple Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 175 ml ketchup; 15 ml Worcestershire sauce; 15 ml vinegar; 30 ml brown sugar; 398 ml pineapple slices, drained; 125 ml sweet onions, chopped; 500 g extra lean ground beef; 125 ml cooked rice, we prefer brown rice; 50 ml milk; 1 ml sea salt

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F (180u00b0C).
2
In a small bowl, combine the first four ingredients until sugar dissolves.
3
Using cooking spray or olive oil, grease a 9x13 casserole dish.
4
In a large bowl, combine the last five ingredients, mixing well with your hands.
5
Roll into 2 cm balls and place, single layer into the casserole dish.
6
Lay drained pineapple slices over the top of the meatballs, single layer.
7
Pour sauce over meatballs & pineapples.
8
Bake for 60 minutes.
9
Serve immediately or let cool and refrigerate or freeze.
10
Enjoy!

576

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.
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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 175 ml ketchup, 15 ml Worcestershire sauce, 15 ml vinegar, 30 ml brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Make Ahead Pineapple 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.

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Make Ahead Pineapple Meatballs

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