{"id":233924,"date":"2026-04-11T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/11\/i-made-these-once-and-now-my-family-wont-let-me-stop-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2026-04-11T12:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T12:00:00","slug":"i-made-these-once-and-now-my-family-wont-let-me-stop-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/11\/i-made-these-once-and-now-my-family-wont-let-me-stop-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"I made these once and now my family won\u2019t let me stop &#8211; The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need <strong>something easy,<\/strong> but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and <strong>come together fast<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs-3-2-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Skillet with sweet and sour meatballs cooking in it with the pineapple and veggies. \" class=\"wp-image-337565\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and come together fast.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs-3-2-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs-3-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs-3-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs-3-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs-3-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs-3-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-why-you-re-about-to-put-these-on-repeat\">Why You\u2019re About to Put These on Repeat<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Easy Enough for Busy Weeknights:<\/strong> No fancy steps, no babysitting the stove, just a simple throw it together and call it dinner situation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Sauce is Ridiculously Good: <\/strong>Sweet, tangy, and clingy in the best way. You\u2019ll be scraping the pan and just trying it more than necessary. <\/li>\n<li><strong>It Disappears Fast: <\/strong>Kids, adults, whoever walks through the kitchen, everyone grabs a bowl, and suddenly there are no leftovers to deal with.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-reader-review cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-reader-review__inner\"><!-- .block-reader-review__stars --><\/p>\n<p class=\"block-reader-review__title\">A Reader\u2019s Review<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-reader-review__quote\">\n<p>Thanks for sharing this recipe! I made this today, did every step, I had all the ingredients except for Sriracha, but it still turned out so good!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__quote --><\/p>\n<p>Ruby<\/p>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__citation --><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-reader-review__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-reader-review --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sweet-and-sour-meatballs-ingredients\">Sweet and Sour Meatballs Ingredients <\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled meatball ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-337522\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and come together fast.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Meat:<\/strong> Swap the ground beef for ground chicken, ground turkey, or pork.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion<\/strong>: Finely mince or grate your onions. This will evenly distribute the onions, helping to keep the meatballs moist.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Time Saving Hack!<\/strong> Use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/beef-meatballs-frozen-26oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-13379450#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">frozen meatballs<\/a> to save time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Air Fry the Meatballs:<\/strong> Instead of cooking in the oven, cook in the air fryer at 380\u00b0F for 10 minutes, shaking halfway through.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs2-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled sauce ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-337523\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and come together fast.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs2-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs2.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs2-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs2-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs2-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Sugar: <\/strong>Adjust the sugar to taste, depending on how sweet you like your sweet and sour sauce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vinegar:<\/strong> Swap the apple cider vinegar for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/rice-vinegar-12-7-fl-oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-54633622#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">rice wine<\/a> or white vinegar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs1-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled other ingredients for sweet and sour meatballs. \" class=\"wp-image-337524\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and come together fast.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs1-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs1.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs1-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs1-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/IngredientsWithLabelsSweetandSourMeatballs1-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Bell Peppers:<\/strong> Use your favorite color of bell peppers. Cut into even-sized pieces so the onions and peppers cook evenly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-sweet-and-sour-meatballs\">How to Make Sweet and Sour Meatballs<\/h2>\n<p>My sweet and sour meatball recipe is so simple. All you do is make your <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/classic-homemade-meatballs\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"156336\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">meatballs<\/a> (or use frozen in a pinch), whip up the sauce, cut up your <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sheet-pan-sausage-and-veggies\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"180003\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">veggies<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/fruit-recipes\/pineapple\/\" type=\"category\" id=\"123337\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">pineapple<\/a>, and you\u2019re good to go! It has the best flavors that everyone will love! <\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Prep:<\/strong> Preheat the oven to 450\u00b0F, then line a baking sheet with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/parchment-paper-roll-50-sq-ft-up-38-up-8482\/-\/A-52018898#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">parchment paper<\/a> and set aside. To a large bowl, add\u00a0ground beef,\u00a0finely minced onion, bread crumbs, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make Meatballs:<\/strong> Scoop the meatball mixture into 2-tablespoon portions, then roll them into smooth balls. You should get 18-20 meatballs. Place them on the baking sheet and spray them lightly with oil. Bake the meatballs for 18 minutes, until they are fully cooked, rotating them halfway through.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make Sauce<\/strong>: In a small bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, water,\u00a0ketchup,\u00a0soy sauce, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sriracha-sauce\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"224858\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">sriracha<\/a>, and cornstarch.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cook Veggies:<\/strong> In a large wok or pan, heat vegetable oil\u00a0over high heat. Add diced green and red bell peppers and onion. Cook for 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine:<\/strong> Reduce the heat to low, then add pineapple chunks, meatballs, and sauce to the pan.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Simmer &amp; Serve:<\/strong> Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Serve sweet and sour meatballs over <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/instant-pot-rice\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"116513\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">rice<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"337528\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-4-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Mixing bowl with ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, and garlic. \" class=\"wp-image-337528\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and come together fast.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-4-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-4-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-4-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"337532\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-7-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Meatballs mixed and formed into balls on a parchment lined cookie sheet.\" class=\"wp-image-337532\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and come together fast.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-7-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-7-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-7-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-7-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-7-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"337526\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-6-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Sauce ingredients all mixed in a bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-337526\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and come together fast.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-6-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-6-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-6-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-6-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"337527\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-8-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Veggies diced and bing cooked in a wok.\" class=\"wp-image-337527\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and come together fast.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-8-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-8-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-8-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-8-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-8-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"337531\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-9-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Meatballs, veggies, and pineapple all doused in the sauce and cooking in a skillet. \" class=\"wp-image-337531\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and come together fast.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-9-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-9-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-9-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-9-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-9-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"337533\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-10-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Sauce and sweet and sour meatballs ingredients all combined in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-337533\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! They\u2019re saucy, a little sweet, a little tangy, and come together fast.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-10-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-10-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-10-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-10-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/SweetandSourMeatballs-10-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kitchen-tools-for-this-recipe\">Kitchen Tools For This Recipe<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/OXO-Grips-Medium-Cookie-Scoop\/dp\/B0000CDVD2?crid=2F95OIVWVLVRL&amp;keywords=cookie+scoop&amp;qid=1658412131&amp;sprefix=cookie+scoop,aps,2393&amp;sr=8-7&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=therecipecrit-20&amp;linkId=fd19057906b6d9a10a1becb68c7a381b&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Small Cookie Scoop<\/strong><\/a>: Using a 1\u00bd to 2-tablespoon-sized cookie scoop makes portioning out and shaping the meatballs quick and easy.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Nordic-Ware-43174-Delight-Aluminum\/dp\/B079Q671Q5?crid=3K1D0D5ZLNQ2T&amp;keywords=baking+sheet&amp;qid=1659636702&amp;sprefix=baking+sheet,aps,181&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzVUs5NzRTSUxWWkZYJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjA4OTE3QURLMFFZTTZWUFM3JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAzNzI4NzZIMTJXQ1NFRkdLTU8md2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=therecipecrit-20&amp;linkId=6cf7f4d04235f57d0f0e0ca38db22d0b&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Baking Sheet<\/strong>:<\/a> Use to cook the meatballs in the oven.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0F183GV33\/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_4YD2XVBZGYM1FZJBEBFJ?linkCode=ml1&amp;tag=therecipecrit-20&amp;linkId=1d314dddf1de5d63f020dab71081a009\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">Wok<\/a><\/strong>: Great for stir-frying vegetables at high heat. If you don\u2019t have a wok, you can use a large skillet with high sides.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs-1-2.jpg&amp;description=Sweet and Sour Meatballs\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"103710\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-337358\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"337358\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-1179709353\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-1179709353\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-337358-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-337358-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"337358\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-337358-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-337358-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">To a large bowl, add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-0 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 pound ground beef<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-1 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 small finely minced onion<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-2 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd cup breadcrumbs<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-3 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 egg<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-4 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">3 teaspoons minced garlic<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-5 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 teaspoon salt<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-6 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd teaspoon pepper<\/span>. Mix until evenly combined. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-337358-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Scoop the meatball mixture into 2 tablespoon-sized balls and roll them into smooth balls. You should get 18-20 meatballs. Place them on the baking sheet and spray them lightly with oil.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-337358-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake the meatballs for 18 minutes, until they are fully cooked, rotating them halfway through.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-337358-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a small bowl, whisk together <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-10 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd cup pineapple juice<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-11 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bd cup brown sugar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-9 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u2153 cup apple cider vinegar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-16 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bc cup water<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-12 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">\u00bc cup ketchup<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-13 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 tablespoon soy sauce<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-14 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 tablespoon sriracha<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-15 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 tablespoon cornstarch<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-337358-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large wok or pan, heat <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-18 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 tablespoon vegetable oil<\/span> over high heat. Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-19 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 green bell pepper<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-21 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 red bell pepper<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-22 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 small onion<\/span>. Cook for 2 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-337358-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Reduce the heat to low, then add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-337358-20 wprm-block-text-bold\" data-both-units=\"0\">1 cup pineapple chunks<\/span>, meatballs, and sauce to the pan. Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Serve over rice.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-337358-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Leftover and Make Ahead Instructions<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fridge-<\/strong> Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheat:<\/strong> Microwave or stovetop until heated through.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Freezer-<\/strong> Store in an airtight freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make Ahead- <\/strong>Make the meatballs the day before and store them in the fridge until you are ready to cook them. You can also freeze the uncooked meatballs. Cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the bake time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-337358-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">510<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">62<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">28<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">17<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">115<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1258<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">780<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">45<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1216<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">76<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">101<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-empty\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sweet-and-sour-meatballs-1-2-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Bowl with a serving of sweet and sour meatballs on a bed of rice.\" class=\"wp-image-337566\" title=\"These sweet and sour meatballs are one of those dinners I pull out when I need something easy, but I know everyone likes! 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