Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup vinegar (white or apple cider)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (optional, for added texture)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into meatballs, roughly 1 inch in diameter.
4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
5. While the meatballs are baking, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
6. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add to the saucepan and stir until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
7. Once the meatballs are done baking, transfer them to a large bowl and pour the sweet and sour sauce over them. Toss gently to coat.
8. Serve the Sweet and Sour Meatballs warm, either on their own or over a bed of rice.

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