Sweet And Sour Meatballs With Pineapple Recipe

Ingredients

1 egg1 medium onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)2 tablespoons canola oilSAUCE:1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained2 medium green peppers, julienned1/2 cup sugar3 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon soy sauce3 tablespoons cornstarch1/3 cup cold water

Preparation

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls.

In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil, turning often. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside; drain.

To the skillet, add the pineapple, green peppers, sugar, vinegar, oil and soy sauce. Cover and simmer until tender, about 5 minutes. Return meatballs to skillet; simmer until meat is no longer pink.

Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.