Sweet And Sour Sauce For Meatballs Recipe

Elevate your meatballs with this quick and easy sweet and sour sauce! Bursting with vibrant pineapple flavor and a tangy kick, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Serve it over fluffy rice for a complete and satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 67.7 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet And Sour Sauce For Meatballs

1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup water

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How to Make Sweet And Sour Sauce For Meatballs

Drain one (20 ounce) can of pineapple chunks, reserving 1/3 cup of the juice.
In a large saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup packed brown sugar and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until well combined.
Gradually whisk in the reserved 1/3 cup pineapple juice, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and 1/2 cup water until smooth.
Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and comes to a gentle boil (about 5-7 minutes).
Gently stir in 2 cups cooked meatballs and the drained pineapple chunks.
Bring the sauce back to a simmer, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Serve immediately over steamed rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet And Sour Sauce For Meatballs?

Sweet And Sour Sauce For Meatballs takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet And Sour Sauce For Meatballs?

Sweet And Sour Sauce For Meatballs has approximately 67.7 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet And Sour Sauce For Meatballs?

The key ingredients for Sweet And Sour Sauce For Meatballs are Pineapple, Brown Sugar, Cornstarch, Vinegar, Soy Sauce, Water. See the full list with measurements above.