Can I use other meat for this recipe?

Sure. You can use ground chicken replacing beef with the meatball recipe. You can even use the same sweet and sour sauce recipe for or fried fish replacing the meat/chicken altogether.

Can I use granulated sugar instead of brown sugar?

Yes. There would be a slight difference in the taste, as far as sweetness is concerned, but yes, granulated sugar is a good replacement. Use the same amount suggested in the recipe.

What other spices or condiments can I add to this sweet and sour sauce?

Other spices could be ground coriander, ground parsley. As for condiments or flavor enhancer, you can add a tablespoon soy sauce, a tablespoon sriracha or oyster sauce.

Can I add extenders to the meat mixture?

Absolutely! A cup of bread crumbs will hold the meat mixture together and serve as extender as well. A considerable portion of chopped mushrooms will elevate the taste of the meatballs.

Is apple cider vinegar good for this sweet and sour meatballs recipe?

Yes. Although it is a matter of preference. The flavor profile will be a bit different, but yes, you can use cider vinegar to replace white vinegar or a mix of both.

Can I replace canned pineapple chunks with fresh diced pineapples?

Yes, you can. The taste will be a bit more sour than if you were to use canned pineapple chunks. However, you can balance that by adding 1/4 cup of pineapple juice to the original recipe.

Snappy Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe

Description

This sweet and sour meatballs recipe promises a perfect balance of flavors. Juicy meatballs are coated in a tangy, sweet sauce, making this dish a family favorite for dinner or parties. Quick, easy, and delicious.

Ingredients

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Meatball Ingredients

500 g ground beef
1 medium-sized onion (chopped finely)
salt and pepper to taste
1 egg
2 tablespoon flour
cooking oil for frying

Sauce Ingredients

1/2 cup of ketchup
1/2 cup of brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup of white vinegar or rice vinegar
1/4 cup of pineapple juice (if using canned pineapple chunks, you can use the juice from the can)
Optional: pineapple chunks, diced green bell pepper, white or yellow onions
Young onions or minced parsley for garnish (optional)

For the slurry

1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

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Instructions

Lightly oil your hands with vegetable oil to allow you to roll even spheres without the meat mixture adhering to your skin.
Place ground beef in a sizable mixing bowl. Add the rest of the meatball ingredients and mix them thoroughly but gently. Do not overmix.
Fry the meatballs and set aside.
Mix the sauce ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Make sure to cook the sauce gently.
While the sauce thickens, in a small bowl, create a slurry with 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water. Once smooth, gradually add this slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring constantly to avoid lump formation. Continue to cook for a few minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency; it should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Carefully pour the sweet and sour sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are evenly coated. If using a slow cooker, the meatballs can be added to the sauce and set to low heat to stay warm until serving.
Garnish with young onions or chopped parsley.