Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1/2 c. cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 c. finely chopped onion
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. ground ginger
  • 2 Tbsp. milk
  • 1 Tbsp. shortening
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1/2 c. packed brown sugar
  • 1 (13 1/4 oz.) can pineapple chunks, drained (reserve syrup)
  • 1/3 c. vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1/3 c. chopped green pepper

Method

  • Mix ground beef, cracker crumbs, onions, egg, salt, ginger and milk.
  • Shape mixture by rounded tablespoonfuls into 1 1/2-inch balls.
  • Heat shortening in large skillet until melted.
  • Cook meatballs over medium heat, stirring occasionally until done. Remove meatballs from skillet and keep warm.
  • Drain fat from skillet.
  • Mix cornstarch and brown sugar in same skillet; stir in reserved syrup, the vinegar and soy sauce until smooth.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens.
  • Boil and stir 1 minute. Add meatballs, pineapple and green pepper. Heat.
  • Makes 4 servings.