Description
Crockpot Hawaiian Meatballs are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. Tender meatballs simmer in a rich sauce made from pineapple, soy sauce, and ginger, making them perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and bursting with vibrant flavors, these meatballs can be served as an appetizer or over rice for a complete meal. Experience the joy of this crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh minced ginger
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- For the sauce: 1/2 cup ketchup
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Roll mixture into bite-sized meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a plate.
- (Optional) Sear meatballs in a skillet over medium heat until browned on all sides (about 3 minutes per side).
- In another bowl, whisk together ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, and pineapple chunks with juice.
- Place meatballs in the crockpot and pour sauce over them. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- Stir in sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 75mg