Pineapple Sweet and Sour Meatballs

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

1. Step 1

   To create delicious sweet and sour meatballs, start by gathering your ingredients.

2. Step 2

   In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped onion, a beaten egg, one tablespoon of cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.

3. Step 3

   Use your hands or a spoon to mix everything together until it's well blended and the flavors are evenly distributed.

4. Step 4

   Next, grab a cookie scoop and shape the mixture into bite-sized meatballs, placing them aside for now.

5. Step 5

   In a large skillet, heat some vegetable oil over medium heat.

6. Step 6

   Once the oil is hot, gently add the meatballs to the skillet.

7. Step 7

   Cook them for about 7 to 10 minutes, turning them frequently to ensure they brown evenly and are cooked through.

8. Step 8

   When they’re ready, remove the meatballs from the skillet and drain any excess oil, but be sure to reserve about one and a half tablespoons of the flavorful drippings.

9. Step 9

   Now, let’s prepare the sweet and sour sauce! Drain the pineapple chunks, setting them aside, and don’t forget to reserve the juice.

10. Step 10

    Combine the reserved pineapple juice with enough additional juice to make a total of one and a half cups.

11. Step 11

    In a separate bowl, whisk together this pineapple juice, sugar, half a cup plus one tablespoon of water, a quarter cup plus two tablespoons of vinegar, soy sauce, and the remaining two and a half tablespoons of cornstarch until everything is well mixed.

12. Step 12

    Pour this vibrant mixture into the skillet with the reserved drippings.

13. Step 13

    Cook it over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce becomes smooth and thickens beautifully.

14. Step 14

    Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked meatballs, pineapple chunks, and strips of bell pepper to the skillet.

15. Step 15

    Gently stir everything together, ensuring the meatballs and veggies are well coated in that luscious sauce.

16. Step 16

    Let it cook for about five minutes, just until everything is heated through and the flavors meld together.

17. Step 17

    Finally, serve your sweet and sour meatballs over a bed of hot, fluffy white rice.

18. Step 18

    This dish is not just a meal; it’s a delightful experience that brings a burst of flavor to your table.

19. Step 19

    Enjoy every bite!.