Hawaiian Meatballs
These Hawaiian Meatballs are a tropical delight! Sweet pineapple and tangy BBQ sauce make for a quick and impressive dish.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 50-60 pieces pre-cooked frozen meatballs store-bought or homemade
- 2.5 cups homemade BBQ sauce store-bought can also be used
- 1 cup fresh pineapple diced, or slightly drained crushed pineapple
- Optional garnishes chopped green onions or sesame seeds
Instructions
Instructions:
- Gather all your ingredients and tools. If using fresh pineapple, dice it. If using canned, drain it slightly.
- If making BBQ sauce from scratch, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and spices in a saucepan. Simmer until thickened.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the pre-cooked frozen meatballs. Pour in the BBQ sauce and gently toss until coated.
- Carefully fold in the diced pineapple.
- Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours. Alternatively, cook in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
- Serve warm and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Slow Cooker
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Measuring cups
Notes
- Ensure BBQ sauce has a balanced sweet and tangy flavor.
- Thaw frozen meatballs slightly for easier mixing.
- Garnishes add color and fresh flavor to the dish.