Description
Sticky, tangy, and bursting with bold flavors—these Sweet and Sour Meatballs are an irresistible blend of juicy meatballs, crisp bell peppers, and sweet pineapple in a glossy, garlicky sauce. Perfect as a party appetizer or over rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
1 (26 oz) bag frozen homestyle meatballs
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup apple cider vinegar
⅓ cup ketchup
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp garlic, minced
2 tbsp butter
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1” pieces
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1” pieces
1 cup yellow onion, cut into 1” pieces
1 cup pineapple chunks in 100% juice (reserve ⅓ cup juice)
2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add peppers and onions; sauté for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender.
Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Add frozen meatballs and pineapple chunks (reserve juice).
In a bowl, whisk brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire, soy sauce, and reserved ⅓ cup pineapple juice. Pour over meatballs.
Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10–12 minutes.
Mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp water and stir into the skillet. Simmer until sauce thickens and meatballs are heated through.
Serve over rice, noodles, or toothpick-style as an appetizer!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 360
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 15g