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Crockpot Hawaiian Meatballs

Savory Crockpot Hawaiian Meatballs for Easy Family Dinners

Delightful Crockpot Hawaiian Meatballs blend sweet and savory flavors, perfect for easy family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 24 ounces Frozen Meatballs Quick and convenient; no need to thaw.
For the Sauce
  • 15 ounces Pineapple (chopped) Use fresh or canned, drained.
  • 1 cup Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ Sauce Can substitute with your favorite brand.
  • 1/4 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce Reduced-sodium option recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar White vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar or sugar substitute can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated) Use ground ginger in half the amount if fresh isn't available.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic recommended for best flavor.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions (chopped) Adds a refreshing touch.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In your slow cooker, add the frozen meatballs along with the chopped pineapple. Spread evenly.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth.
  3. Incorporate the grated ginger and minced garlic into the sauce mixture, stirring well.
  4. Pour the prepared sauce over the meatballs and pineapple in the slow cooker. Toss gently.
  5. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2-3 hours or LOW for 5-6 hours until heated through.
  6. Once cooked, stir again and serve over rice, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use frozen meatballs directly for best consistency. Stir halfway through cooking for even sauce distribution. Adjust sweetness if necessary and serve creatively for variety.

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