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**Sweet and Sour Meatballs with Pineapple**

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**Sweet and Sour Meatballs with Pineapple**

 

These look like **Sweet and Sour Meatballs with Pineapple**. This dish is a flavorful and satisfying combination of juicy meatballs and sweet pineapple chunks, all coated in a tangy sweet and sour sauce. Here’s how you can make it:

 Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:
– **Ground beef or pork**: 1 lb (450g)
– **Breadcrumbs**: 1/2 cup (60g)
– **Egg**: 1 large
– **Garlic powder**: 1 teaspoon
– **Onion powder**: 1 teaspoon
– **Salt**: 1/2 teaspoon
– **Black pepper**: 1/4 teaspoon
– **Soy sauce**: 1 tablespoon
– **Milk**: 2 tablespoons (optional, for extra moisture)

For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
– **Brown sugar**: 1/2 cup (100g)
– **Ketchup**: 1/2 cup (120ml)
– **Soy sauce**: 2 tablespoons
– **Rice vinegar or white vinegar**: 1/4 cup (60ml)
– **Pineapple juice**: 1/4 cup (60ml) (from canned pineapple)
– **Cornstarch**: 1 tablespoon (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
– **Canned pineapple chunks**: 1 can (20 oz or 565g), drained

 Instructions:

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Prepare the Meatballs:
1. **Mix the Meatball Ingredients:**
– In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and milk (if using).
– Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.

2. **Shape the Meatballs:**
– Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter.
– Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

3. **Cook the Meatballs:**
– Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
– Bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fully cooked and browned.

Prepare the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
4. **Make the Sauce:**
– In a large skillet or saucepan, combine the brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, and pineapple juice.
– Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved.

5. **Thicken the Sauce:**
– Stir the cornstarch and water mixture into the sauce.
– Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

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Combine and Serve:
6. **Add Meatballs and Pineapple:**
– Add the cooked meatballs to the skillet with the sweet and sour sauce.
– Stir in the pineapple chunks, ensuring the meatballs are well-coated in the sauce.

7. **Simmer:**
– Reduce the heat to low and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

8. **Serve:**
– Serve the sweet and sour meatballs hot over steamed rice or as an appetizer.

These **Sweet and Sour Meatballs with Pineapple** are perfect for a quick dinner or as a crowd-pleasing party dish. Enjoy the blend of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors! If you have any more recipes you’d like to try or questions, feel free to ask.

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