This sweet and sour meatball recipe came from my mother-in-law. I got it shortly after I was married and now it is a favorite of our kids. I like to serve it over rice.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup dry bread crumbs
- 0.5 cups finely chopped onion
- 1 large egg
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
-
1
To make the meatballs: Mix beef, bread crumbs, onion, egg, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until well combined.
-
2
Shape mixture into 1 ½-inch diameter balls.
-
3
Cook meatballs in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until evenly browned and cooked through.
-
4
To make the sauce: Mix brown sugar, water, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and cornstarch together in a medium bowl until smooth.
-
5
Pour sauce over meatballs. Reduce heat to low and simmer until sauce is thick, 3 to 5 minutes.
-
6
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Want to cook this?
Open in the PantryLink app to scale servings, check your pantry stock, and generate a shopping list.
Sign In to Save Recipe Create Free AccountSuggest an Edit
Help improve this recipe's categorization, image, or dietary info. Earn points and badges!
Suggest Changes in AppPrefer a printed copy? Use our print-friendly view with adjustable servings and font size.
Open Print ViewMore Chinese Recipes
Fairy Godmother Rice
My grandfather's second wife (hence the recipe name) served this to us when we first met her. We've loved her ever since! A tasty side dish that's perfect with any dinner.
Easy Marinated Mushrooms
Slow-cooked marinated mushrooms are a delicious, easy appetizer, and always a favorite!
Elderberry Syrup
Elderberry syrup is delicious when drizzled over anything you would put syrup on, like waffles, pancakes, or ice cream. It's also good for treating colds and the flu when taken in 1-tablespoon doses. Store in a lidded jar in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 months.