Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe

Name: Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs lean ground beef; ¾ cup fine dry breadcrumb; ½ teaspoon coarse salt; ⅛ teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 cup sugar; 4 teaspoons cornstarch; ¼ cup white vinegar; ½ cup water; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; ¼ cup ketchup

Servings: persons

1
Meatballs: Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper.
2
Mix well.
3
Form into 32 meatballs.
4
Heat oil in a large skillet.
5
Add meatballs.
6
Turn to brown on all sides.
7
Cover and cook until done, stirring occasionally.
8
Remove meatballs and drain fat from skillet.
9
Sauce: Stir together sugar and cornstarch.
10
Add vinegar, water, soy sauce, and ketchup.
11
Add to skillet.
12
Cook and stir until clear and thickened.
13
Add meatballs.
14
Heat through.

329

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs lean ground beef, ¾ cup fine dry breadcrumb, ½ teaspoon coarse salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Sour 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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Sweet and Sour Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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