Meatballs (traditional Or Sweet & Sour) Recipe
Make Meatballs (traditional Or Sweet & Sour) Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Sweet & Sour Sauce
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 2
Shape Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until they are cooked through and browned.
Sweet & Sour Sauce Preparation
- 4
Prepare Sauce
In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and ketchup. Stir well and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 5
Thicken Sauce
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Slowly add this mixture to the simmering sauce, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.