Sweet and Sour Meatballs

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Weight Watchers Sweet and Sour Meatballs is a flavorful and delicious recipe. It is great for both Weight Watchers and non-members. We need only lean meat, bread crumbs, eggs, and a range of seasonings to prepare these meatballs. At the end, serve these meatballs with sweet and sour sauce. You can use store-bought sauce or prepare it at home. This Weight Watchers Sweet and Sour Meatballs is customizable and can be served as a snack, main course, or appetizer. It is amazing for potlucks, parties, and get-togethers. Depending on the size, this recipe yields thirty-six meatballs. This recipe is also low in fat (1.4 grams) and high in protein (30.9 grams). This recipe uses inexpensive, easily accessible ingredients. This dish is certain to satisfy even the most picky individuals. It’s suitable for those individuals craving a delicious but low-point meal. Let’s create the recipe with the instructions listed below.

EQUIPMENT:

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • One spoon
  • Baking pan
  • Cookie scoop
  • Kabob Skewers
  • Serving dish

INGREDIENTS:

  • Panko bread crumbs half a cup
  • Cooking spray
  • Low sodium soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • 3/4 cup of sweet and sour sauce
  • Sesame seeds 1 tbsp
  • Egg whites 2
  • Chopped white onion 1/2 cup
  • Lean ground Turkey 1 pound
  • Chopped vegetables such as onions, mushrooms, and bell peppers

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Heat the empty oven by raising its heat to 400 degrees.
  2. Next, add bread crumbs, low-sodium soy sauce, chopped fresh sweet onions, and egg whites to a mixing bowl.
  3. Mix well with a spoon. Now, add ground turkey to this mixture.
  4. Marinate it well with the spices. Set aside for twenty to forty minutes.
  5. Now, grease the baking pan with cooking spray or other cooking oil.
  6. Next, create round meatball shapes with the help of a cookie scoop.
  7. We make a total of thirty-six meatballs with this meat mixture.
  8. Add sesame seeds to the meatball.
  9. Shift these meatballs to a baking pan sequence-wise.
  10. Bake it for sixteen to twenty minutes.
  11. Meanwhile, slice the vegetables into half-inch squares and arrange them on kabob skewers.
  12. Put these skewers in an aluminum foil.
  13. Bake it for the final eleven to thirteen minutes.
  14. When cooked, place the meatballs and vegetable skewers on a dish.
  15. The tasty and flavorful Weight Watchers Sweet and Sour Meatballs are ready.
  16. Serve it with a homemade dip or sprinkle with sweet and sour sweet sauce.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

Mini quiches:

  • Mix meatballs with quiche filling and bake in mini muffin trays.

Tacos:

  • Serve the meatballs with tacos.

Roasted sweet potato wedges:

  • Pair this dish with tasty roasted sweet potato wedges.

Meatball sliders:

  • Mini burgers filled with sweet and sour meatballs, shredded lettuce, and low-fat grated cheese.

TIPS:

Lean meat:

  • Choose lean meat sources like turkey, beef, or chicken.

Don’t overcook:

  • Cook the meatballs until they are cooked through, but not overcooked, to retain moisture.

Herbs:

  • Add dried or fresh herbs like oregano, basil, and parsley to add aroma.

Don’t overcrowd:

  • Simmer the meatballs in portions to prevent overcrowding and uniform cooking.

Fresh ingredients:

  • Select fresh and premium-quality vegetables.

Spices:

  • Try this dish with different spices like paprika, coriander, or cumin to add depth of flavor.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Ahead of time:

  • The meatballs can be made earlier and then stored for subsequent use in the freezer or refrigerator.

Fridge:

  • You can save the leftover meatballs in the refrigerator for one to two days.

Freezer:

  • These sweet and sour meatballs freeze as well. Freeze them for three to four months.

Reheating:

  • Rewarm the meatballs in the microwave oven.

FAQs:

Are there any kinds of breadcrumbs I can use for this recipe?

  • Yes, you can use different kinds of breadcrumbs, such as whole wheat or gluten-free, according to your nutritional needs.

How can I prepare sweet and sour sauce at home?

  • Combine the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce in a skillet. Cook the sweet and sour sauce until its consistency is dense.

Can I make the meatballs using other kinds of meat?

  • Yes, you can utilize a range of meats, including beef, turkey, chicken, pork, and a combination of meats.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Per Serving Size 3 meatballs with one vegetable skewer
Total Quantity 36
Total Calories 199.7 kcal
Carbohydrates 14.5 g
Protein 30.9 g
Sugar 5.8 g
Total Fat 1.4 g
Dietary fiber 1.5 g
Sodium 321.1 mg

The total Weight Watchers Points Per Recipe Serving is only 5 (five).