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These sweet-and-sour meatballs satisfy take-out cravings with just a few simple ingredients. Combining the classic flavors of sweet and tangy sauce with convenient frozen meatballs, this recipe results in a filling meal that’s delicious and just about effortless.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
While your stovetop does most of the heavy lifting, you’re free to set the table, prep a quick\u00a0side salad<\/a> or simply relax\u2014and in 30 minutes, you’ll have a piping hot, Asian-inspired dish that serves six.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Drain the pineapple, reserving the juice. Add water to the juice, if needed to measure 1 cup, then pour the liquid into a large skillet. Add an additional 1\/3 cup water, the vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar and cornstarch, then stir the mixture until smooth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Editor’s Tip:<\/em>\u00a0To prevent a lumpy sauce, whisk the cornstarch with a little cold water to\u00a0make a slurry<\/a> before adding it to the skillet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Cook the sauce over medium heat until it thickens, stirring constantly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Once the sauce has thickened, add the pineapple chunks, meatballs and green pepper, stirring to coat everything evenly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Simmer the meatballs and vegetables, uncovered, for about 20 minutes or until the meatballs are heated through and the green pepper is tender. Serve the meatballs over a plate of hot cooked rice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Editor’s Tip:<\/em> For an extra burst of flavor, garnish the dish with thinly sliced green onions or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds just before serving.<\/p>\n Leftovers of this sweet-and-sour meatballs recipe can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat them gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving\u2014add a splash of water if the sauce has thickened a lot.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Yes, you can easily freeze any leftovers. Allow them to cool completely before transferring them to a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag, then store them in the freezer for up to three months.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Instead of steamed white rice, you can make a bowl of\u00a0fried rice<\/a> to serve alongside these sweet-and-sour meatballs. A side of steamed vegetables like broccoli or\u00a0bok choy<\/a> also pairs well with this dish.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Yes, you can easily swap fresh pineapple in place of canned chunks. Use pineapple juice or chicken stock to create the tangy sauce base.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n This sweet-and-sour meatballs recipe can easily be adapted for an Instant Pot, saving you even more cook time. Use the Instant Pot’s saute function to first make the sauce. 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"},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.731707,"reviewCount":41,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-04-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mjlouk"},"reviewBody":"Loved this recipe! So easy and a winner with my kids and DH. I did have to substitue broccoli for the green bell pepper b\/c my DH won't eat green peppers but it still turned out great! Served over Rice-a-Roni Asian style rice.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-01-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Sarah9417"},"reviewBody":" This was super easy, and my 2 boys loved it - even the one who has always said he doesn't like meatballs. This is great for teenagers!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-08-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Val604"},"reviewBody":"I want to add that a 12\u201d skillet is necessary as I had my everyday 10\u201d that I had considered a large. I had a 30 count package of meatballs I needed to use and found this recipe. The meatballs did not all lay flat so I used another skillet and divided it between the two.\nThank you for all of these ideas for meatballs!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-05-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dlynsmith9"},"reviewBody":" This is such a delicious sweet and sour dish. I made my own meatballs with ground chicken adding ginger and soy sauce to the ground chicken mixture. I use rice vinegar in the sauce. The sauce was thick sweet and tangy. I did substituted onions for the peppers. Will be making this again.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-05-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Rose636"},"reviewBody":" I have made this recipe many times over the years subbing zucchini for the bell pepper and we love it. I always make it with the make-ahead meatball recipe that Ruth included when it was first published. I just keep the meatballs in the freezer and use them as needed. It is easy, quick and delicious.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-05-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mngirl123"},"reviewBody":" Good flavorful quick meal. Not a boring dinner!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-03-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"knollbrookcook"},"reviewBody":" Yummy meatballs. I used red pepper instead of green and I made homemade meatballs instead of ready made ones. Everything else was the same. I will make these again.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-01-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SColson132"},"reviewBody":"Excellent recipe! I left out the green pepper (which I don't like), and used brown rice. Turned out very well!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-01-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"justmbeth"},"reviewBody":"The precooked meatballs made this recipe great when I was in a rush for time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-08-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"-Becky-"},"reviewBody":"This is a great recipe. I've had it for years, and my mom made these when I was growing up. The actual name is Waikiki Meatballs, but that's the recipe where you actually make the meatballs yourself.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-06-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"shannondobos"},"reviewBody":"The kids weren't huge fans, but my husband and I were. They don't love warm pineapple, so I think to make it kid friendly at my house I would just use the juice in the sauce and increase the peppers (my kids LOVE peppers). Fantastic recipe. I wouldn't change a think for myself!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-10-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"pols005"},"reviewBody":"This is a weird combination that oddly works. I substituted Gardein meatless meatballs (which are fabulous by the way, family can't tell the difference), and I used less than half the amount of brown sugar called for. Honestly, with the pineapple and juice, an additional 1\/2 cup sugar would have been way over the top. Family liked it and went back for seconds.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-06-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LaurieFancy"},"reviewBody":"I got a recipe from my mother-in-law many years ago for Chinese Sweet & Sour Meatballs. To make a long story short -- I lost it. She has since passed and this recipe is the closest I have come to the actual one. Thank you so much!! Can't wait to make Nana's Meatballs again! The whole family loves them!! ;-) P.S. - They are better with homemade meatballs, but the frozen kind saves time.Made the Tangy Sweet & Sour Meatballs tonight. I tripled the soy sauce and ended up using a 14-oz (398 mL) tin of pineapple instead of a 20-oz, but it all worked out just fine! There was plenty of sauce to go on the rice. Delicious!! I used an oblong casserole dish instead of a skillet, and baked them at 300F for about 40 minutes in order to soften the peppers and pineapple. Better recipe than Nana's...","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-10-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Wife_In_An_Apron"},"reviewBody":"This was so scrumptious!!!! My husband absolutely loved it and said to make sure to incorporate into one of our regular dinners. It was also a nice, light dinner. Will definitely make this again! Not to mention, it is super simple to throw together. Yum!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-07-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"rena 55","givenName":"rena","familyName":"55"},"reviewBody":"Had never thought of adding pineapple and peppers to meatballs. Great flavor combination. Will make again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-11-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"TamiHorvath"},"reviewBody":"Delish. Everyone loved it. I did add more peppers, red & yellow ones. When I make it again I will add more carrots as well. But overall this is a keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-10-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"suechef95"},"reviewBody":"Easy and tasty. Used red pepper, since I didn't have green on hand. Younger child might prefer green next time!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-10-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"momio"},"reviewBody":"I made this and my family loved it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-02-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ayp07"},"reviewBody":"This recipe taste like you were in the kitchen for hours slow simmering! I added 1\/2 red bell pepper for added color and little extra vinegar and soy sauce and it taste like a chinese dish! It was a hit my family loved it, this is diffently my new meatball recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-06-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MegGuevara"},"reviewBody":"I used Italian meat balls, not so good but the sauce was amazing. Im going to try it with chicken or pork soon. Soooo yummy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-07-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"xxcskier"},"reviewBody":"This was so easy! My family loves this. I made this using gluten free meatballs so everyone in my family could have this! Definitely keeping this recipe on hand!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"megaina"},"reviewBody":"Super simple","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ckbray"},"reviewBody":"Very quick and easy and good too!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"7920","romance_copy_dek":"This recipe for sweet and sour meatballs transforms pre-cooked meatballs into a delicious meal that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or potluck appetizer.","enhanced_recipe_title":"Tangy Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks","IngredientText":"1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/3 cup water","IngredientText":"1\/3 cup water"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"3 tablespoons vinegar","IngredientText":"3 tablespoons vinegar"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 tablespoon soy sauce","IngredientText":"1 tablespoon soy sauce"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup packed brown sugar","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup packed brown sugar"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"3 tablespoons cornstarch","IngredientText":"3 tablespoons cornstarch"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"30 frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs (about 15 ounces)","IngredientText":"30 frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs (about 15 ounces)"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces","IngredientText":"1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"Hot cooked rice","IngredientText":"Hot cooked rice"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/EXPS_TOHD24_7920_KristinaVanni_7.jpg","RecipeId":7920,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Kristina Vanni for Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Tangy Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste Recipes","VideoCode":null,"RecipeAttachmentFileName":"EXPS_TOHD24_7920_KristinaVanni_7.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Ruth","Lastname":"Andrewson","City":"Leavenworth","StateDescription":"Washington","IsCommunityCook":false,"TimeCallout":"Prep\/Total Time: 30 min.","MinimumServingQuantity":6,"MaximumServingQuantity":6,"Yield":"6 servings.","DigitalTitle":"Tangy Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs","SubmittedTitle":"Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs","RecipeTypeId":1,"AverageRating":4.73,"WebPublishedDate":"1\/1\/2018 12:00:00 AM","ContestPlacementId":null,"FbImage":"FB_SDJJ19_7920_C02_08_1b.jpg","PreparationTimeInMinutes":10,"CookTimeInMinutes":20,"TotalTimeInMinutes":30,"ServingDescription":null,"IsTestKitchenCertified":true,"IsContestWinner":false,"IsCommunityRecipe":false,"PublishedProjectTitle":"Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs","OriginalSourceProject":"Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs","ContestPlacement":"","Trailer":null,"Metadescription":null,"DigitalHeadnotes":"A fabulous sauce, green pepper and pineapple chunks transform premade meatballs into something special. 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Directions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
Step 1: Prepare the sweet-and-sour sauce<\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Cook the sauce<\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Add the remaining ingredients<\/h3>\n
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Step 4: Simmer and serve<\/h3>\n
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Sweet-and-Sour Meatball Variations<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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How to Store Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
Can you freeze sweet-and-sour meatballs?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
Sweet-and-Sour Meatball Tips<\/h2>\n
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What can you serve with sweet-and-sour meatballs?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
Can you use fresh pineapple instead of canned?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
Can you make sweet-and-sour meatballs in an Instant Pot?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n