Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Sweet and Sour Meatballs
50 min.
30
85kcal

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Are you looking for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for any gathering? Look no further than these delightful Sweet and Sour Meatballs! With their irresistible combination of savory and tangy flavors, these meatballs are sure to be a hit at your next party or family get-together. Each bite is a burst of flavor, making them an ideal choice for antipasti, starters, or even a satisfying snack.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a batch of 30 delicious meatballs in under an hour. The lean ground beef provides a hearty base, while the sweet-and-sour sauce adds a delightful twist that will keep your guests coming back for more. Plus, they’re easy to serve with toothpicks, making them a convenient option for mingling guests.

Whether you’re hosting a festive celebration or just want to treat your family to something special, these Sweet and Sour Meatballs are the perfect solution. They’re not only tasty but also packed with protein, making them a satisfying choice for any occasion. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your friends and family with this mouthwatering appetizer that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • lb ground beef 80% lean (at least )
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs plain
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  •  eggs 
  • 10 oz soy sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • toothpicks
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. In large bowl, mix beef, onion, bread crumbs, milk, salt, pepper and egg. Shape mixture into thirty 1-inch meatballs. In ungreased 13x9-inch pan, place meatballs.
  2. Bake uncovered about 15 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink in center and thermometer inserted in center reads 160°F.
  3. In 2-quart saucepan, mix meatballs and sweet-and-sour sauce.
  4. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce and meatballs are hot.
  5. Serve hot with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories85kcal
Protein14.85%
Fat36.23%
Carbs48.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.23
Glycemic Load
0.09
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.7121739180192%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.54mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:85.35kcal
4.27%
Fat:3.3g
5.07%
Saturated Fat:1.26g
7.87%
Carbohydrates:10.01g
3.34%
Net Carbohydrates:9.91g
3.6%
Sugar:7.22g
8.02%
Cholesterol:16.43mg
5.48%
Sodium:211.35mg
9.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.04g
6.08%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.86%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.54%
Selenium:3.07µg
4.39%
Vitamin B3:0.73mg
3.63%
Phosphorus:31.61mg
3.16%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.86%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.2%
Iron:0.38mg
2.13%
Potassium:52.26mg
1.49%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.4%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.16%