Easy Hawaiian Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, juice reserved
• 0.33 cup water, or as needed
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.25 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped

Instructions

1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ginger, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Roll the mixture into approximately 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
2. Brown the Meatballs: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the meatballs in the skillet and sauté until they are nicely browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
3. Make the Pineapple Sauce: In a liquid measuring cup, pour out the pineapple juice, setting aside the pineapple chunks. Add enough water to the pineapple juice to measure 1 cup total. In a separate small bowl, whisk together brown sugar and cornstarch.
4. Create the Sweet and Sour Glaze: Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside, being sure to reserve the flavorful pan drippings. Pour the pineapple juice mixture and the brown sugar mixture into the skillet with the warm drippings. Add vinegar and soy sauce, then bring the mixture to a boil. Cook until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, about 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Combine and Simmer: Return the browned meatballs to the skillet. Add the reserved pineapple chunks and the green pepper. Reduce heat and simmer until the meatballs are fully cooked and no longer pink inside, approximately 10 minutes. For accuracy, an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a meatball should register at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).

Nutrition

• Calories: 336 kcal
• Fat Content: 17 g
• Fiber Content: 1 g
• Sugar Content: 22 g
• Sodium Content: 279 mg
• Protein Content: 19 g
• Cholesterol Content: 68 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 28 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g