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Hawaiian Meatball Recipe

Juicy meatballs infused with the sweet and tangy flavors of pineapple and teriyaki, served over a bed of fluffy rice.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp chopped green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooking spray or oil
  • Meat thermometer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with cooking spray or oil.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, crushed pineapple, teriyaki sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until just mixed.
  4. Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1–1.5 inches in diameter using a melon baller or cookie scoop for uniform size.
  5. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one for even cooking.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
  7. While the meatballs bake, heat a small saucepan over medium heat and add 1/4 cup extra teriyaki sauce, simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven, drizzle with the thickened teriyaki sauce, and garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple well to avoid watery meatballs.