Sweet N' Sour Meatballs Recipe

Name: Sweet N' Sour Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cup all natural no sugar added pineapple juice; 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar; 1/2 cup loosely packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup all natural ketchup; 1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce; 2 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tbsp sriracha; 30 to 50 pre-cooked meatballs (depending on size); 1 can (20oz) pineapple chunks in natural juices - drained, juice reserved; 2 tbsp green onions - sliced diagonally for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

2 cup all natural no sugar added pineapple juice
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
1/2 cup loosely packed brown sugar
1/4 cup all natural ketchup
1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp sriracha
30 to 50 pre-cooked meatballs (depending on size)
1 can (20oz) pineapple chunks in natural juices - drained, juice reserved
2 tbsp green onions - sliced diagonally for garnish (optional)

1
In a large skillet over medium heat, combine 2c pineapple juice, brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, and bring to a boil.
2
In a small bowl make a slurry by whisking together the cornstarch and 3tbs of the reserved juice from the pineapple chunks.
3
Slowly pour the slurry into the sauce, whisking constantly.
4
Bring back to a simmer, whisk in sriracha until completely combined and simmer about 2 minutes to begin thickening.
5
Stir in meatballs, reduce heat to medium, and simmer covered with lid vented until meatballs have heated through and sauce has thickened.
6
About 8 - 15 minutes.
7
Time will depend if you are using frozen or thawed meatballs.
8
NOTE: You can use store bought or homemade, in frozen or thawed state.
9
When meatballs are heated through, turn heat to low and stir in pineapple chunks.
10
Serve over steamed rice, or ala carte with a side salad for a lower carb option.
11
Garnish either with green onions.
12
Enjoy!
13
Alternate serving suggestion: Use cocktail skewers to make party appetizers for the holidays.
14
Stab one pineapple chunk and one meatball per skewer, arrange on a platter.
15
Serve with sauce on the side for dipping!

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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: 2 cup all natural no sugar added pineapple juice, 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar, 1/2 cup loosely packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup all natural ketchup, and more.

Yes, Sweet N' 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.

Sweet N' Sour Meatballs

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