Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Sweeet 'n Sour Meatballs!

Potluck anyone? Meatballs in Chinese sweet 'n sour sauce is perfect for the occasion! It's so easy, versatile, and incredibly tasty.

Here's my shopping list:

Frozen (pre-cooked) meatballs, sweet & sour sauce (Kikkoman brand works), soy sauce, a red pepper, a can of pineapple, minced garlic, and brown sugar.

The only real work is chopping the red pepper.
Well worth it!

Throw everything in. Yup, that's how I roll.

Put in sweet & sour sauce last for effect...

Okay I forgot spices. Black pepper and cayenne!

Now stop.

Take in the gorgeous color and smell! Did you know a study found people who ate in the dark enjoyed their food much less?

Cook the whole thing 4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high so as not to wilt these gorgeous peppers! Oh and try not to devour it before your family gets home!
It's soooooo luscious!! (Can I say that?)

Garnish with green onions or fresh cilantro. Serve as hors d'oeuvres with toothpicks. For a main dish serve over rice or noodles or lettuce.


Sweeet 'n Sour Meatballs

Into the crockpot:
2 lb meatballs (pre-cooked)
1 20 oz. can of pineapple chunks
1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 Tb chopped garlic
4 Tb soy sauce
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 hefty dash of cayenne pepper
12 oz bottle sweet and sour sauce

Cook 4-6 hours on low heat or 2-3 hours on high heat.




1 comment:

  1. Jessica, I had no idea you had this blog! These recipes look delicious. I just got a crock pot and can't wait to try these tasty looking foods out.

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