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Sweet and Sour Meatballs (Suan T'ien Niu Jou Po Lo La Tzu)

SUBMITTED BY: QUIKSMYLE

"I grew up in Japan, and my Mother got this recipe from some Catholic nuns there during the 50's. It's been a family favorite ever since. If you're a vegetarian, try this sauce with vegetables only. It's wonderful that way also!"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 44 stars. This recipe average a 4.4 star rating.
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PREP TIME  30 Min
COOK TIME  30 Min
READY IN  1 Hr

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons diced onion
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
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  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
  • 6 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 slices fresh pineapple, cut into pieces
  • 1 large green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1/4 carrot, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 onion, cut into wedges and separated

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, cornstarch, salt, diced onion and pepper. Form into 1 inch meatballs; about 20.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the meatballs; drain fat and set aside.
  3. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over low heat. Pour in the pineapple juice and simmer for a few minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the 3 tablespoons of cornstarch, soy sauce, vinegar and water. Stir until smooth and pour into the pineapple juice. Add the sugar and simmer until thickened, stirring constantly.
  5. Place the meatballs, pineapple pieces, green pepper, carrot and onion into the sauce mixture. Heat thoroughly.

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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 4, 2003 by MOLSON7
This was pretty good. I did make some changes. I was leary about putting cornstarch in the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by MAGGIE MCGUIRE
Outstanding recipe, Poni! My family loves these meatballs, and the sauce is soooo good! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2007 by KERBBIE
Very good recipe! My suggestions: Double the sauce ingredients if you are serving over rice. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 14, 2007 by Robert Haney
This was great but I made it a little better. First the sauce must be a clear color and takes... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 5, 2008 by Kelly
I doubled the sauce for these meatballs. My daughter and I are also vegetarian, so I made the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2008 by afwife03
I have made this recipe twice, and there is just enough sauce. The first time I doubled the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 1, 2008 by LAURYGIRL
I have tried other recioes, and this one is my family's favorite. I always make extra for left... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 9, 2008 by ILove2Ck
Another great use for hamburger. This turned out very good. My family really enjoyed this... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 20, 2006 by Heather
Great! Added chunks of pineapple to the meat prior to making the meatballs. Added just a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2005 by Pamela