Get ready to embark on a mouthwatering culinary journey that brings the vibrant flavors of Hawaii right to your dinner table! These succulent Hawaiian Pork Meatballs are about to revolutionize your meal routine with their perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. Imagine biting into a juicy meatball infused with fresh pineapple, kissed by soy sauce, and garnished with bright green onions - it's like a vacation for your palate that takes just 35 minutes to create!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Pork ground meat
- Pineapple
- Soy sauce
- Green onions
- Breadcrumbs
- Egg
- Garlic
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, finely minced green onions, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, and one beaten egg. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are well incorporated.
- Dice half of the fresh pineapple into small cubes. Reserve some pineapple chunks for garnishing and sauce preparation.
- Gently fold half of the diced pineapple into the meat mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Form the meat mixture into uniform meatballs approximately
- 5 inches in diameter. Use slightly wet hands to prevent sticking.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a light coating of cooking oil.
- Carefully place meatballs into the hot skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- While meatballs are cooking, prepare a quick sauce by combining remaining pineapple chunks, soy sauce, and a touch of honey in a small saucepan. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Once meatballs are cooked, pour the pineapple-soy sauce over them, coating evenly.
- Garnish with additional chopped green onions and serve hot with steamed rice or as desired.
Tips
- Wet your hands with cold water when forming meatballs to prevent the meat from sticking and ensure smooth, uniform shapes.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking - this ensures each meatball gets a beautiful golden-brown crust.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of ginger or a splash of sesame oil to the meat mixture.
- If using chicken instead of pork, reduce cooking time slightly and ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Make the sauce in advance and let it simmer longer for a more concentrated, intense flavor profile.
- Serve over jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option that complements the tropical flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
