Description
Sweet And Spicy Hawaiian Meatball Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the tropics to your table. With perfectly seasoned meatballs made from ground beef or turkey, sweet pineapple chunks, and a zesty sauce, this meal is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The harmonious blend of sweet and spicy flavors makes it a hit among family and friends. Plus, it’s simple to prepare and great for meal prep, ensuring you have delicious meals ready to go throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon honey (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 20 ounce can pineapple chunks, drained
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, panko bread crumbs, onion, garlic, egg, soy sauce, honey, sriracha, ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs in batches for about 5-7 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sriracha for the sauce.
- Serve over cooked rice topped with meatballs and pineapple chunks. Drizzle with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken based on your preference. Add colorful vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch and nutrition. For a lighter option, serve in lettuce wraps instead of rice bowls.