You can use Quail egg or White egg
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 12pcs. Quail eggs boiled peel off the shell
- 350gground pork
- 3clove garlic mince
- 100gcarrots fine dice
- 20ggreen onions chop
- 1tbsp. Oyster sauce
- 1medium egg beaten
- 2tbsp. flour and extra 3 tbsp for rolling
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1½ cooking oil for frying
Sweet n Sour Sauce
- 1pc. Red bell pepper
- 1med. White onion
- 1can220 grams pineapple chunks
- 120gTomato sauce
- 1tbsp. Tomato paste
- 2tbsp. Sugar
- 2tbsp. Vinegar
- 1cupwater
- 1tbspflour
- 1tspcornstarch
- 2tbspwater for slurry
- 2tbspcooking oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
341.3kcal (17.06%)
Protein
21.4g (42.76%)
Carbs
35.8g (13%)
Sugars
8.5g (17%)
Healthy Fat
10.0g
Unhealthy Fat
4.6g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Meatballs Surprise Sweet n Sour Sauce
Prepare the Meatballs
- Roll the quail eggs with flour to easily coat the meat mixture.
- Mix ground pork, garlic, carrots, green onions oyster sauce, beaten egg, 2 tbps of flour.
- Weight 25 grams of meat mixture flatten with palm and roll on each quail egg.
- Coat with extra flour to firm the meatballs.
- Deep frying and drain excel oil.
Sweet N Sour Sauce
- Sautee Onions, Bell Pepper, Carrots Add sugar, tomato sauce, tomato paste, vinegar pineapple chunks and water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat add the slurry and mix thoroughly
- Season with salt and pepper
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
341.3kcal (17.06%)
Protein
21.4g (42.76%)
Carbs
35.8g (13%)
Sugars
8.5g (17%)
Healthy Fat
10.0g
Unhealthy Fat
4.6g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
Garnish with green onions
FAQS
What are some good substitutions for quail eggs in the Meatballs Surprise Sweet n Sour Sauce recipe?
If you can't find quail eggs, you can substitute them with regular chicken eggs. Use one chicken egg for every three quail eggs. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time slightly, as chicken eggs may require a bit longer to cook.
How can I store leftover Meatballs Surprise Sweet n Sour Sauce?
To store leftover Meatballs Surprise Sweet n Sour Sauce, let the dish cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. For longer storage, consider freezing the meatballs and sauce separately for up to 2 months.
What dietary restrictions does the Meatballs Surprise Sweet n Sour Sauce recipe accommodate?
This recipe can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free flour and ensuring that the sauces used (like oyster sauce) are gluten-free. Additionally, it can be adapted for those avoiding pork by substituting ground pork with ground turkey or chicken.
What side dishes pair well with Meatballs Surprise Sweet n Sour Sauce?
Meatballs Surprise Sweet n Sour Sauce pairs beautifully with steamed rice or fried rice. You can also serve it with a side of stir-fried vegetables or a fresh salad to balance the flavors.
What is the best way to ensure the meatballs hold together during frying?
To ensure the meatballs hold together during frying, make sure to coat the quail eggs in flour before wrapping them in the meat mixture. Additionally, chilling the meatballs for about 30 minutes before frying can help them firm up and maintain their shape.
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