Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.5 lbs

ground beef

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

pepper

1 tsp

garlic powder

1 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp

honey

0.25 cup

ketchup

2 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

3 tbsp

plum jam

2 tbsp

sugar

0.5 tsp

red pepper flakes

0.5 tsp

ground ginger

1 tsp

garlic powder

0.5 tsp

salt and pepper

Step 1
~4 min

In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and honey.

Step 2
~4 min

Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.

Step 3
~4 min

In a separate small bowl, whisk together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, plum jam, sugar, red pepper flakes, ground ginger, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat a wok or large sauce pan on medium-high heat with a little oil.

Step 5
~4 min

Saute the meatballs in the heated pan until browned on all sides.

Step 6
~4 min

Pour the sweet and sour plum sauce over the browned meatballs.

Step 7
~4 min

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the meatballs.

Step 8
~4 min

Serve the sweet and sour plum meatballs over rice or enjoy in a bowl.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of soy sauce for extra umami flavor.

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meatballs can be made ahead of time 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.

Serve as an appetizer with toothpicks.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed broccoli
Asian slaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

China

Cultural Significance

Sweet and sour dishes are popular in Chinese cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Party
Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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