Sweet and Sour Vegetarian Meatballs 🍲
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 12-20 meatballs
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
- Category: Kid Friendly, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Oven
Description:
Vegetarian Meatballs — They really taste like the real thing!! We have fooled many people with this.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 226.8
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.4g
- Cholesterol: 88.4mg
- Sodium: 394.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 31.9g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Sugar: 22.8g
- Protein: 7.9g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Eggs |
| 2 | Colby cheese |
| 3/4 | Cheddar cheese |
| 2 | Pecan meal |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1/8 | Salt |
| 2 | Ketchup |
| 1 | Water |
| 1 | Brown sugar |
| 1 | George Washington Broth (package) |
Instructions:
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Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, colby cheese, cheddar cheese, pecan meal, finely chopped onion, salt, ketchup, and brown sugar. Mix each ingredient in one at a time until well combined.
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Form Meatballs: With greased hands, form the mixture into small meatball shapes. Ensure they are evenly sized for consistent cooking.
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Cooking Option 1 – Frying: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs until they are golden brown on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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Cooking Option 2 – Baking: Alternatively, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the formed meatballs on a greased baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until they are golden brown, lightly crispy on the outside, and cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.
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Prepare Sweet and Sour Sauce: If you prefer to enjoy these meatballs with sweet and sour sauce, follow these steps:
- Place all of the meatballs in a baking dish or in a crockpot.
- In a separate bowl, mix together ketchup, water, and the package of George Washington Broth. Adjust the sweetness to your taste by adding more brown sugar if desired.
- Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
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Bake or Simmer with Sauce:
- For Baking: Place the meatballs in a baking dish and pour the sweet and sour sauce over them. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the meatballs are heated through.
- For Crockpot: If using a crockpot, turn it on high and let the meatballs simmer in the sweet and sour sauce until they are heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
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Serve: Once cooked, serve these delicious vegetarian meatballs hot, either as an appetizer, side dish, or part of a main meal. They’re sure to be a hit!
These Sweet and Sour Vegetarian Meatballs are a delightful alternative to traditional meatballs, packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the taste sensation of these meat-free wonders, and impress your friends and family with their deliciousness!
