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Sweet-and-Sour-Meatballs-and-Peppers-Recipe

Sweet and Sour Meatballs and Peppers

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Sweet and Sour Meatballs and Peppers combines irresistible flavors with easy preparation. This quick dinner features ground beef, vibrant peppers, and mouthwatering pineapple sauce, making it a delightful homemade meal for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup honey or agave nectar
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch, mixed with 2 teaspoons water
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 4 medium cloves garlic, minced and divided
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 medium sweet peppers, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 small bunch green onions, green parts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup pineapple tidbits
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • steamed rice and additional sliced green onions for serving

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the pineapple juice, honey or agave nectar, rice wine vinegar, ketchup, low-sodium soy sauce, and cornstarch mixed with water. Set this sauce aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, lightly beaten egg, 2 cloves of minced garlic, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the meat mixture into meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides.
  5. Add the remaining minced garlic, sweet peppers, and green onions to the skillet and sauté for a few minutes until the peppers are tender.
  6. Pour the prepared sauce over the meatballs and vegetables. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the meatballs are fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
  7. Serve the meatballs and peppers over steamed rice, garnished with additional sliced green onions.

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Notes

For added flavor, let the meatballs marinate in the fridge before cooking.
Feel free to substitute ground beef with ground turkey for a lighter option.
Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by varying the amount of honey or agave nectar.

  • Author: dani
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Asian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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