Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
5 tbsp

Beef bouillon

0.25 cup

Water

1 cup

Bread crumbs

0.75 cup

Chopped onions

chopped

1.5 lb

Ground beef

1 unit

Egg

20 oz

Pineapple chunks

drained

0.33 cup

Lemon juice

3 tbsp

Brown sugar

2 tsp

Ground ginger

2 tbsp

Cornstarch

1 unit

Green pepper

bite-size

2 tbsp

Soy sauce

Step 1
~5 min

Dissolve 2 tablespoons of beef bouillon in 1/4 cup of water in a small saucepan over low heat.

Step 2
~5 min

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, chopped onions, the bouillon liquid, and egg.

Step 3
~5 min

Mix the ingredients well and shape the mixture into approximately 18 meatballs.

Step 4
~5 min

In a skillet, brown the meatballs on all sides, then pour off excess fat.

Step 5
~5 min

In the same skillet, combine drained pineapple syrup, 1/3 cup lemon juice, brown sugar, ground ginger, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and 3 tablespoons beef bouillon.

Step 6
~5 min

Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring constantly until thickened.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the browned meatballs and bite-sized green pepper to the sauce.

Step 8
~5 min

Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the green pepper is tender and the meatballs are cooked through.

Step 9
~5 min

Stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce. Serve hot, preferably over rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, marinate the meatballs for 30 minutes before browning.

Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meatballs can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or noodles.

Offer a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Egg rolls
Crab Rangoon

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American-Chinese

Cultural Significance

Popular takeout dish, often associated with Americanized Chinese cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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