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: 3/4 cup fine dried breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon instant minced onion; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 3 eggs; 2 pounds ground beef; 1 pound bulk pork sausage; 1 1/4 cups tomato sauce; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup beef stock; 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/2 cup cornstarch

Servings: persons

3/4 cup fine dried breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon instant minced onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 eggs
2 pounds ground beef
1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 1/4 cups tomato sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup beef stock
3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup cornstarch

1
Combine the breadcrumbs, onion, salt, and pepper with 1 1/2 cups water in a large bowl.
2
Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes.
3
Lightly beat the eggs in a separate small bowl.
4
Add the eggs, ground beef, pork, and tomato sauce to the breadcrumb mixture.
5
Mix well.
6
Shape into small balls (20 to 30).
7
Preheat the oven to 350F.
8
Heat the oil in a large skillet.
9
Brown the meatballs in the oil.
10
Remove the meatballs to a roasting pan and pour out the fat in the skillet.
11
Combine 1 1/2 cups water and the stock in the skillet.
12
Stir and pour over the meatballs.
13
Cover the roasting pan with aluminum foil and bake for about 20 minutes.
14
Meanwhile prepare the sweet-and-sour sauce.
15
In a large saucepan, combine 4 cups water, the vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce and bring to a boil.
16
Thicken with the cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup cold water and cook until the sauce is thick and clear.
17
Remove the meatballs from the oven and pour the sweet-and-sour sauce over them.
18
Return them to the oven for 10 minutes.

1397

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup fine dried breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon instant minced onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon 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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