Description
Culinary magic unfolds with sweet and sour meatballs, a delightful dish blending tangy flavors and savory textures. Succulent meatballs draped in a luscious sauce promise a mouthwatering experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1.5 pounds frozen fully cooked meatballs (beef, turkey, or chicken)
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 (12 fluid ounces / 354 milliliters) bottle chili sauce
- 1 (14 fluid ounces / 414 milliliters) can jellied cranberry sauce
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Kosher salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together chili sauce, cranberry sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large saucepan over medium heat until the mixture becomes smooth and well-blended.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor profile, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Gently introduce frozen meatballs into the simmering sauce, ensuring each meatball is completely coated with the vibrant, tangy mixture.
- Lower the heat to a gentle simmer, cover the saucepan, and allow the meatballs to warm through for 20-25 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent sticking and promote even heating.
- Once the sauce has thickened and the meatballs are thoroughly heated, remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
- Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for a pop of color and added freshness before presenting to guests.
Notes
- Choose high-quality frozen meatballs for the best texture and flavor in this quick and easy dish.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar or using a sugar substitute for a healthier version.
- Swap frozen meatballs with homemade or plant-based alternatives to accommodate different dietary preferences.
- Use fresh garlic and onion instead of powdered versions for a more robust and authentic taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg