Sweet and Sour Meatballs
These homemade sweet and sour meatballs simmer in a tangy sauce with pineapple, bell peppers, and onions for an easy retro-style dinner or appetizer.
Servings 6
Calories 461kcal
Cost $12
Equipment
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Dutch oven or large pot
Ingredients
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 20 oz pineapple chunks drained
- 1 TB soy sauce
- 2 TB brown sugar
- 1 green peppers
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Season meat with salt and pepper and shape into small cocktail-size balls.
- Place on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
- Add all other ingredients to a large deep pot or Dutch oven. Stir in the meatballs gently.
- Simmer over medium-low heat for 30-45 minutes.
Notes
Nutrition information is provided as an estimate only.
Prep Tips:
- Make ahead: Bake meatballs up to 1 day in advance; refrigerate until ready to simmer in sauce.
- Simmering matters: Let meatballs simmer in the sauce so the flavors soak in and the sauce thickens.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers 3–4 days or freeze 2–3 months in an airtight container.
- Reheat: Warm on the stovetop or microwave; add a splash of water if the sauce thickens.
Nutrition
Calories: 461kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 1752mg | Potassium: 672mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 51g | Vitamin A: 336IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 3mg