Juicy Sweet Chili Glazed Meatballs Drowned in Tropical Pineapple Sauce
If you’re looking for a dish that combines sweet, savory, and tropical flavors all in one bite, look no further. These Sweet Chili Glazed Meatballs with Pineapple Sauce are juicy, flavorful, and guaranteed to become an instant favorite at your dinner table. Whether you’re serving them as an appetizer, party snack, or main course, they deliver that perfect balance of tangy sweetness and subtle heat.
🍖 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Juicy and tender: The meatballs stay moist and flavorful.
Flavor explosion: Sweet chili meets tropical pineapple for a taste that’s both exotic and comforting.
Versatile: Serve them as a main dish with rice or noodles, or as bite-sized appetizers at parties.
Easy to make: Minimal ingredients, simple steps, and maximum wow factor.
🥩 Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
1 lb (450g) ground beef or pork (or mix)
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
For the Sweet Chili Glaze:
½ cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
For the Pineapple Sauce:
1 cup fresh or canned pineapple chunks (reserve juice)
¼ cup pineapple juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon lime juice
👩🍳 How to Make Sweet Chili Pineapple Meatballs
1. Prepare the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Mix gently until just combined (overmixing can make them tough).
Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs.
2. Cook the Meatballs
Heat a skillet over medium heat with a bit of oil.
Cook the meatballs until golden brown on all sides and fully cooked through (about 8–10 minutes).
3. Make the Sweet Chili Glaze
In a small saucepan, combine sweet chili sauce, honey, and soy sauce.
Heat gently until smooth and slightly thickened.
4. Prepare the Pineapple Sauce
In another saucepan, combine pineapple chunks and juice.
Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then stir into the pineapple mixture.
Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens. Add lime juice for a tropical tang.
5. Glaze and Serve
Toss the cooked meatballs in the sweet chili glaze until fully coated.
Pour the tropical pineapple sauce over the top.
Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro for color and freshness.
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