Sweet And Sour Meatballs (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 1 lb ground beef.
02 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs.
03 - 1/4 cup milk.
04 - 1 egg.
05 - 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped.
06 - 1 teaspoon salt.
07 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
09 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
10 - 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned).
11 - 1 bell pepper, chopped.
12 - 1/2 cup brown sugar.
13 - 1/2 cup vinegar.
14 - 1/4 cup ketchup.
15 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch.
16 - 1/4 cup water.

Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and soy sauce. Mix well.
02 - Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
03 - In a large skillet, combine brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
04 - Add the baked meatballs, pineapple chunks, and bell pepper to the skillet. Stir to coat everything in the sauce.
05 - Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes:

01 - Serve hot over rice or noodles for a complete meal. The sweet and sour sauce pairs perfectly with the savory meatballs and juicy pineapple chunks.