Description
These Sweet and Spicy Hawaiian Meatball Bowls combine juicy, flavorful meatballs with a tangy homemade sauce, served over fluffy rice and topped with sweet pineapple chunks for a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef or ground 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 grated fresh ginger
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
To Serve:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can pineapple chunks, drained
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, panko bread crumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon sriracha, grated fresh ginger, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep meatballs tender.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, making sure they are evenly sized to ensure even cooking.
- Cook Meatballs: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a light coating of oil. Cook the meatballs for about 5-7 minutes per side, turning gently until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through inside (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C for turkey or 160°F/71°C for beef).
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon sriracha until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Bowls: Serve cooked rice in individual bowls topped with meatballs and pineapple chunks. Drizzle the prepared sweet and spicy sauce over the meatballs and garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh finish.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to make the dish milder or spicier according to your preference.
- Pineapple chunks add sweetness and a tropical twist; fresh pineapple can be used instead of canned if preferred.
- If you want a gluten-free version, use gluten-free bread crumbs and tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Ensure meatballs are cooked thoroughly for food safety, especially when using ground turkey.
