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Hawaiian Meatballs

Hawaiian Meatballs are a deliciously sweet and savory combo... and even better on the grill! They combine homemade beef meatballs with fresh pineapple, peppers, and red onion in a sticky pineapple glaze that everyone is sure to love!
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 363kcal
Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 2 pounds extra lean ground beef
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Sauce

  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons cornstarch

Kabobs

  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 small red onion
  • 1/2 fresh pineapple

Instructions

  • Cut the pineapple, bell peppers, and onion into 1 1/2 - 2 inch pieces.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the Ground Beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, soy sauce, and spices. Mix well.
  • Use your hands to form meatballs, using about 3 Tablespoons of the mixture at a time.
  • Make the kabobs by alternating meatballs, peppers, onions, and pineapple on wooden or metal skewers.
  • Brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking. Grill over medium heat with the lid down for a total of 15 minutes, turning at least once.
  • While kabobs are grilling, combine the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan and whisk well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and stir until thickened (about 2 minutes).
  • Brush sauce generously over kabobs; remove from grill.
  • Serve with remaining sauce for dipping.

Notes

Recipe variations:
  • Use any variety of Ground Beef
  • Use any of your favorite vegetables, like zucchini, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, or potatoes (par-cook carrots and potatoes to soften)
  • Substitute fresh grated ginger for the dried ginger
  • Substitute dried onion for the onion powder
  • Add 1 Tablespoon of Worcestershire to the sauce for a more savory flavor
  • Grill the meatballs separately (omit the pineapple, peppers, and onion)
  • Bake the meatballs in the oven (400° for 15 minutes)

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 363kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 765mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g