Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

This sweet and sour meatball recipe came from my mother-in-law. I got it shortly after I was married and now it is a favorite of our kids. I like to serve it over rice.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
5

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 egg
  • salt and pepper to taste

Sweet and Sour Sauce

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ½ cup cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

Step 1
Make meatballs: Mix beef, bread crumbs, onion, egg, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until well combined.

Step 2
Shape mixture into 1 1/2-inch diameter balls.

Step 3
Cook meatballs in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until evenly browned and cooked through.

Step 4
Make sauce: Mix brown sugar, water, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and cornstarch together in a medium bowl until smooth.

Step 5
Pour sauce over meatballs. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce is thick, 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 6
Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

601
Calories
26g
Fat
71g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 601
% Daily Value *
Total Fat26g 34%
Saturated Fat10g 52%
Cholesterol114mg 38%
Sodium878mg 38%
Total Carbohydrate71g 26%
Dietary Fiber2g 5%
Total Sugars51g
Protein20g
Vitamin C5mg 27%
Calcium102mg 8%
Iron4mg 19%
Potassium477mg 10%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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