Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Name: Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground turkey or ground chicken; ½ cup (54 grams) gluten-free bread crumbs (or (56 grams) almond flour); 1 large egg; 1 small (80 grams) yellow onion (finely chopped); 2 cloves garlic (finely minced); ½ teaspoon fine sea salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ½ cup (118 grams) low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth); ½ cup (118 grams) pineapple juice; ¼ cup (64 grams) rice vinegar; 3 tablespoons gluten-free tamari (soy sauce, or coconut aminos); 2 tablespoons coconut sugar; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced); ½ teaspoon red chili flakes; 1 large red bell pepper (evenly diced); 1 small green bell pepper (evenly diced); 1 tablespoon arrowroot starch or corn starch for a slurry ((arrowroot starch mixed with 1 tablespoon water)); ½ cup (118 grams) pineapple chunks

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

These sweet and sour turkey meatballs are exactly what you need when you’re craving a flavorful twist on classic comfort food. This easy recipe brings together the perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors, making it a hit for family dinners or weeknight meals. Made with lean ground turkey and a vibrant homemade sauce, it’s a lighter take on traditional meatballs while still delivering that satisfying bite.

Updated at: Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:50:29 GMT