Description
These Hawaiian Cocktail Meatballs are sweet, tangy, and irresistibly comforting. Juicy meatballs simmer in a glossy pineapple-infused sauce that’s perfect for parties, family gatherings, or easy weeknight dinners. This cozy recipe brings everyone together with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg frozen beef meatballs
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk together pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and cornstarch.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Add the frozen meatballs and bell pepper if using.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the meatballs.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm.
Notes
These meatballs taste even better the next day. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Serve with toothpicks for parties or over rice for a full meal. You can add chili flakes for a spicy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg