Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Sweet and Sour Meatballs.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).

2. Step 2

   While that warms up, grab a mixing bowl and whisk together an egg and a splash of water until they’re nicely blended.

3. Step 3

   Next, add in some ground beef, crumbled bread, a sprinkle of salt, and a dash of black pepper.

4. Step 4

   Get your hands in there and mix everything together until it’s all well combined—this is where the magic happens! Now, shape the mixture into bite-sized meatballs, perfect for popping in your mouth, and arrange them in a large baking dish.

5. Step 5

   Once your oven is ready, slide the dish in and let those meatballs bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until they’re beautifully browned and cooked through.

6. Step 6

   While the meatballs are baking, it’s time to whip up a delicious sauce.

7. Step 7

   In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine ketchup, beef bouillon, and a splash of vinegar.

8. Step 8

   In a separate small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cornstarch, then stir this sweet blend into your sauce.

9. Step 9

   Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and keep stirring until the sauce thickens and the brown sugar dissolves—this should take about 5 minutes.

10. Step 10

    Once your meatballs are perfectly cooked, take them out of the oven and gently toss them in the sauce until they’re all coated in that rich, tangy goodness.

11. Step 11

    Serve them hot and watch everyone gather around for seconds! Enjoy the delightful flavors and the smiles they bring to your table.