Today I‘m gonna share a flavorful and easy recipe for Swedish-style Sweet and Sour Meatballs in a slow cooker. These Easy Slow Cooker Sweet And Sour Meatballs are simmered in a rich, tangy tomato sauce and can be served over rice, noodles, spaghetti, pasta, or any other side dish you prefer. you can adapt this recipe for frozen meatballs by skipping the initial steps. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients of Swedish-Style Sweet and Sour Meatballs
- 1 and a half pounds of ground beef
- 1 and a quarter cups of Italian seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 medium-sized yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- A quarter cup of freshly chopped parsley
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 jar (28 ounces) of spaghetti sauce
- 1 can (16 ounces) of crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14.25 ounces) of tomato puree
Directions
- Get all the ingredients ready.
- In a big bowl, mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and beaten egg until everything is mixed well.
- Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs.
- Pour the spaghetti sauce, crushed tomatoes, and tomato puree into the slow cooker. Stir them together.
- Put the meatballs into the sauce mixture in the slow cooker.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
- Once done, your meatballs in tomato sauce are ready to enjoy!
How to Cook Frozen Meatballs in Your Instant Pot?
Cooking frozen meatballs in your Instant Pot is quick and convenient. Start by adding a cup of water to the Instant Pot, then place the frozen meatballs inside the pot. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 5 minutes. Once the cooking time is up, perform a quick pressure release, carefully open the lid, and your perfectly cooked frozen meatballs are ready to enjoy. You can use them in pasta dishes, and sandwiches, or enjoy them on their own as a tasty snack.
Easy Frozen Meatball in slow cooker Recipe, ideas and tips
Having frozen meatballs in your freezer is really handy. They’re full of protein and taste great! You can use them in many ways.
Tip
If you want to brown the meatballs nicely in a pan, it’s better to defrost them first. This means letting them thaw out completely before cooking.
But if you’re cooking the meatballs in a sauce, you don’t have to defrost them. You can put them straight into the sauce while they’re still frozen. Just cook them for an extra 5 minutes or until they’re fully cooked inside.
Idea:
Here’s a cool idea: take some frozen meatballs and put them inside your homemade pizza crust before baking. You can use ready-made pizza dough to make things easier. This way, everyone in the family can help out!
Recipe
If you have guests over and want to treat them to something delicious, try making Meatball Stuffed-Crust Pizza Dippers. It’s a yummy recipe that everyone will enjoy!
To make these pizza dippers, start by preparing your favorite pizza dough or using store-bought fresh pizza dough. Then, take some frozen meatballs and place them inside the crust before baking.
Once the pizza is cooked and ready, slice it into dippable strips. You can serve them with marinara sauce for dipping. It’s a fun and tasty way to impress your guests and make your gathering extra special!
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving | Daily Value (%) |
| Calories | 925 | |
| Total Fat | 53g | 68% |
| – Saturated Fat | 20g | 99% |
| Cholesterol | 149mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 2012mg | 87% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73g | 26% |
| – Dietary Fiber | 11g | 39% |
| Protein | 41g | 82% |
| Vitamin C | 32mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 177mg | 14% |
| Iron | 10mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 1847mg | 39% |
Final Words
This Swedish-style meatball recipe is a winner! It has become a hit during our family lunches. It’s so tasty and enjoyable! I serve these meatballs with curry sauce over spaghetti. It turned out just as delicious as I had hoped. Give it a try and let me know what you think!
When preparing Meatball Curry, the choice between using frozen or fresh meat doesn’t significantly impact the taste. The key lies in following this easy crockpot meatball recipe meticulously to achieve that delightful Swedish sweet and sour flavor.
And if you are a pasta enthusiast, give a try to Southwestern Creamy Pasta Salad which is inspired by Mexican and American cuisine. It’s a delightful fusion that promises to tantalize your taste buds with every bite.
