How to Make Hawaiian-Style Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Hawaiian cuisine, there's nothing quite like the combination of sweet and savory flavors that can be found in traditional dishes. One dish that perfectly captures this balance is Hawaiian-style meatballs. These meatballs are made with a blend of ground pork and ground beef, and are then paired with a delicious pineapple and ginger sauce that is sure to transport you to the sunny beaches of Hawaii with every bite.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup apricot preserves or jam
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 appetizer servings

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Mix together ground beef, chestnuts, soy sauce, brown sugar, onion powder, and garlic powder thoroughly in a large bowl. Form the mixture into 2 tablespoon-sized balls, and place onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. Stir together the apricot preserves and the cider vinegar, toss with meatballs in a clean bowl, then return to baking sheet, and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    253 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 55mg
    • Sodium: 244mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 278mg