Asian Style Sweet Sour Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients for Asian Style Sweet Sour Meatballs

• Ground Beef
• Tofu
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• Nutmeg
• Ground Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• Plum Juice
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• Honey

How to Make Asian Style Sweet Sour Meatballs

1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
2. Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove meatballs from skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining oil. Saute the onion and bell pepper until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
5. Add the pineapple chunks, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and cornstarch slurry (mix cornstarch and water) to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Return the meatballs to the skillet and toss to coat in the sweet and sour sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to cling to the meatballs.
7. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions (optional) and serve hot as a delicious side dish or light meal.
8. Serve immediately over rice or noodles for a complete meal.