Ingredients and Weight:
1 pound ground meat (beef or pork)
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 cup ketchup for sweet and sour flavor
1 cup water or chicken broth
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon vinegar
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a bowl, combine ground meat, egg, milk, flour, salt, pepper, and soy sauce. Mix well.
- Shape the meat into small meatballs and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a saucepan, mix ketchup, water, sugar, and vinegar. Simmer for 5 minutes to create the sweet and sour sauce.
- Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to the saucepan and coat with the sweet and sour sauce.
- Serve hot with rice or pasta.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on provided ingredients)
Calories: Approx. 350 per serving (Based on 8 servings)
Protein: 25g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and sour flavor, typical American-Chinese cuisine.
- Meatballs are tender and juicy.
- Coated with a rich and flavorful sweet and sour sauce.
User Comments:
- "This dish was a hit with my family! The meatballs were tender and the sweet and sour sauce was perfect." - John Doe
- "I made this dish for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the sweet and sour flavor." - Jane Smith
- "This is a great dish to make for a weekend treat. The meatballs are delicious and the sauce is so flavorful." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust the sweetness and sourness according to your preference by adding more sugar or vinegar to the sauce.
- For a more authentic flavor, you can use pork rinds or pork fat in the meatball mixture instead of all-purpose flour.
