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Sweet 'n Sour Meatballs
HT
Chinese MC 50mins
Serves
4
Hot
Chi
Beef Fruit Main Course
Dairy Free China Asia Asian
Ingredients
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325g/12oz
Minced Beef
1 small
Onion, grated
1 Egg
1 tbsp
Soy sauce
2 tbsp
Vegetable Oil
2 tbsp
Brown Sugar
2 tbsp
Red Wine Vinegar |
100g/4oz
Pineapple Chunks
1 small
Green Capsicum (Sweet Pepper)
1
Tomato, cut into wedges
1 tbsp
Cornflour
120ml/4fl.oz.
Water
Salt
and Pepper
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Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, mix together the beef, onion, egg,
soy sauce, salt and pepper until well combined.
2. Using your hands, form mixture into small meatballs about 2.5cm/1 inch in diameter. Set aside.
3. Deseed the capsicums and slice.
4. . Heat the oil in large frying pan or wok until very hot and beginning to smoke then carefully add the meatballs and fry for 10-12 minutes until well browned on all sides turning frequently. Remove them to a serving platter and pour meat juices over meatballs. Keep warm.
5. Wipe the pan clean of any residue with kitchen paper then add the brown sugar and vinegar. Cook over a high heat until the sugar has dissolved then add the tomato wedges, green pepper, and pineapple chunks. Stir fry for 3 minutes.
6. Stir the cornflour and water solution to remix, then add to the pan mixing thoroughly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is clear and thickened.
7. To serve - pour the sauce over meatballs and serve immediately.
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