Meatballs are always a family favorite! And these sweet and sour meatballs have just the right flavor combination kids love. Hayley Lucero (@realfoodwithaltitude) adds a twist by using ground turkey instead of ground beef.
INGREDIENTS
FOR THE MEATBALLS
- 1 lbs. Ground turkey
- 1 Egg
- 1 tsp. Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
FOR THE SWEET & SOUR SAUCE
- 1 cup Fresh pineapple cubes
- 2 Dates
- 3 tbsp. Coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp. Rice wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp. Ketchup
- 1 tbsp. Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp. Ginger powder
- 1 tsp. salt and pepper
- ¼ cup Water (as needed)
DIRECTIONS
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Combine the meatball ingredients (turkey, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper) in a bowl and mix until combined. If you are cooking these in the oven, pre-heat the oven to 400°F.
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Spray your sheet pan or air fryer with your favorite nonstick spray. Scoop 1-2 inch meatballs on to the tray/pan.
Pro Tip: A small ice cream scoop makes perfect sized meatballs.
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Once all the meatballs are on the tray, stick them in the oven or air fryer. For the air fryer, cook on 375° for about 12 minutes. If you cooking in the oven, cook for about 25 minutes or until meatballs reach an internal temp of 165° F.
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For the Sweet and Sour sauce, add all the ingredients into a food processor or blender. Mix until smooth. Add water as needed in 1 tbsp. increments to thin out the sauce.
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In a pan that is heated to medium heat, add the Sweet and Sour sauce, diced red pepper and diced pineapple. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
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When the meatballs are done, add them to the pan with the sauce and simmer for another 5 minutes.
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Top with green onion and serve over cauliflower rice.