Slow Cooker Sweet And Sour Meatballs – These easy crockpot sweet and sour meatballs are sure to become your new favorite dinner, side dish or appetizer! They have the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and sweet—all simmered together until irresistibly tender.
These juicy Hawaiian inspired meatballs are gently cooked low and slow in a glossy sauce made from pineapple, brown sugar, vinegar, and ketchup, creating a rich flavor that soaks into every bite.
This post is about how to make Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs.
PINEAPPLE MEATBALLS RECIPE
Slow cooker sweet and sour meatballs are a comforting, flavor-packed dish that comes together effortlessly. Tender, seasoned meatballs slowly simmer in a vibrant sauce made with tangy vinegar, sweet pineapple juice, brown sugar, and a touch of savory soy sauce. Whether served as a party appetizer with toothpicks or spooned over fluffy rice for a hearty meal, these sweet and sour meatballs deliver classic takeout-inspired flavor with the ease of home cooking.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE
The Ultimate Party-Appetizer. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or served over steamed rice for a comforting dinner, these sweet and sour meatballs are easy to prepare, family-friendly, and full of bold, satisfying flavor.
Effortless Preparation. The slow cooker does most of the work. Just add the ingredients, set it, and let it simmer. It’s a stress-free recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or parties.
INGREDIENTS NOTES
Here’s everything you need to make these easy homemade meatballs. See the recipe card down below for exact measurements.
3 lbs frozen meatballs
20 oz can pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved
1 red bell pepper, chopped
green bell pepper, chopped
onion, chopped
½ cup rice vinegar
ketchup ½ cup
brown sugar ½ cup
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon ginger powder
Cilantro, for topping
Sesame seeds, for topping
HOW TO MAKE EASY SLOW COOKER MEATBALLS
Add frozen meatballs, pineapple chunks, red and green bell peppers, and onions to slow cooker.
In a bowl, mix the pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and ginger powder together. Pour into slow cooker.
Place lid on top and cook on the low setting for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until meatballs are heated through and reach 160°F internally.
Stir meatballs and coat in the sauce. Top with cilantro and sesame seeds before serving.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
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Feel free to use homemade meatballs if you like.
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Canned pineapple tidbits will also work. They will just be smaller.
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Want to add other vegetables? You can add zucchini or green beans.
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If you don’t want to use ketchup, you can replace it with 1 tablespoon tomato paste.
Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Slow Cooker Sweet And Sour Meatballs – These easy crockpot sweet and sour meatballs are sure to become your new favorite dinner, side dish or appetizer! They have the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and sweet—all simmered together until irresistibly tender.
Ingredients
Method
- Add frozen meatballs, pineapple chunks, red and green bell peppers, and onions to slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix the pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and ginger powder together. Pour into slow cooker.
- Place lid on top and cook on the low setting for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until meatballs are heated through and reach 160°F internally.
- Stir meatballs and coat in the sauce. Top with cilantro and sesame seeds before serving.
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