cooked rice - pasta or mashed potatoes for serving
Instructions
Prep:
Cook the rice (or pasta or mashed potatoes) according to package instructions. Set it aside.
Make The Meatballs:
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey (or beef/pork combo), onion, egg, salt and pepper. Mix until everything is evenly coated and ground meat is broken apart.
Use a cookie scoop or a measuring spoon to roll into 2" balls in between palms of your hands and place on the baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
Make The Sweet and Sour Sauce:
Mix together the warm water and cornstarch in a small bowl until it's smooth without any clumps.
Add the cornstarch liquid to a small pot along with the pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder.
Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Assemble The Meal:
Add the meatballs and diced pineapple to a large bowl along with the sweet and sour sauce. Toss everything together.
Serve the sweet and sour meatballs on a bed of rice. Sprinkle on chopped green onion and sesame seeds if desired (it's optional).
Recipe Notes:
Make sure that the onion has been diced small enough for the meatballs. If not, the meatballs won’t roll into balls properly. You can use a cheese grater to help you do this, or just chop really small.Store leftovers in the fridge using cling wrap or an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.If possible, I suggest storing the sauce separately from the meatballs until just before you need it. This will keep everything fresher for longer.For meal prep you can freeze the meatballs and sauce separately in an airtight container and freezer bag for up to 3 months.Can I use a substitute for the egg?Yes, you can use a few different ingredients to take the place of an egg when making meatballs or patties. For each egg used, substitute: 2 tbsp buttermilk, ¼ cup ricotta cheese, 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt, or 3 tbsp unsweetened apple sauce. The flavor might change slightly, but these will all act as a binder like the egg.Nutrition info below is for 1 meatball with sauce.