Polynesian Beef Bites Recipe

Name: Polynesian Beef Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef; 3/4 c. uncooked oatmeal; 1 can water chestnuts, diced and finely chopped; 1 tsp. monosodium glutamate; 1/2 tsp. onion salt; 1/2 tsp. garlic salt; 1 Tbsp. soy sauce; dash of Tabasco sauce; 1 egg; 1/2 c. milk; 1 (8 1/2 oz.) crushed pineapple; 1 c. firmly packed brown sugar; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 c. beef bouillon; 1/2 c. vinegar; 2 tsp. soy sauce; 1/3 c. chopped green pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. ground beef
3/4 c. uncooked oatmeal
1 can water chestnuts, diced and finely chopped
1 tsp. monosodium glutamate
1/2 tsp. onion salt
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
dash of Tabasco sauce
1 egg
1/2 c. milk
1 (8 1/2 oz.) crushed pineapple
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 c. beef bouillon
1/2 c. vinegar
2 tsp. soy sauce
1/3 c. chopped green pepper

1
Combine ground beef, oatmeal, water chestnuts, monosodium glutamate, onion salt, garlic salt, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, Tabasco sauce and milk.
2
Mix well.
3
Shape into small balls using about 2 tablespoons of mixture.
4
Put under broiler until brown on all sides.
5
Shake pan frequently to keep balls round.
6
Drain off grease.
7
Set aside.
8
Drain pineapple, reserving juice.
9
Mix together sugar and cornstarch in saucepan.
10
Add pineapple juice, bouillon, vinegar and 2 teaspoons soy sauce.
11
Bring mixture to boil, stirring constantly until thickened and clear.
12
Boil 1 minute.
13
Stir in pineapple and chopped green pepper.
14
Combine sauce and meatballs.
15
Simmer about 10 minutes.
16
Provide wooden picks for spearing.
17
Serve sauce and meatballs in a chafing dish.

921

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Fat

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef, 3/4 c. uncooked oatmeal, 1 can water chestnuts, diced and finely chopped, 1 tsp. monosodium glutamate, and more.

Yes, Polynesian Beef Bites 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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Polynesian Beef Bites

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