Easy Gluten Free Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Finding quick and easy gluten free appetizers is a great way to ensure you have safe snacks for all your party guests to eat. That’s why these simple gluten free sweet and sour meatballs are perfect for any get-together. Just mix up the Asian inspired sauce, toss everything together in your slow cooker, and enjoy these flavorful appetizers at your next event.
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I have always loved meatballs, but most traditional meatball recipes aren’t gluten free. That’s because they typically use breadcrumbs to bind the meatballs and help them stick together while they cook.
But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a meatball appetizer at your next party if you’re gluten free! You can make your own gluten free meatballs or find some frozen ones that are made without breadcrumbs.
Gluten Free Sweet and Sour Meatballs
No matter what type of meatballs you choose to use, you can whip up these sweet and sour meatballs with just a few simple ingredients. To make your own gluten free appetizers for the Super Bowl or the holidays, you’ll need:
- Gluten free meatballs
- Brown sugar
- Water
- Ketchup
- White vinegar
- Gluten free soy sauce
- Cornstarch
Are Frozen Meatballs Gluten Free?
Most frozen meatballs are not gluten free. But luckily, there are a few brand options you can grab when you’re looking for gluten free frozen meatballs. Try looking for these meatball brands the next time you’re grocery shopping:
- Farm Rich 100% Beef Meatballs
- Cooked Perfect Gluten Free Italian Style Meatballs
- Rosina Gluten Free Meatballs
Is Soy Sauce Gluten Free?
Traditional soy sauce is often made with wheat. But there are a couple of safe soy sauce brands you can use in this sweet and sour meatball recipe:
And if you can’t find gluten free soy sauce where you are, you can substitute liquid aminos, which have a similar taste to soy sauce and are naturally gluten free.
How to Make Gluten Free Sweet and Sour Meatballs
After gathering up your ingredients, you’ll just need a few minutes of prep work to get started on this easy recipe. Then, just let your slow cooker do all the hard work of cooking your sauce and meatballs for you!
Start by preparing the sauce for your sweet and sour meatballs. Whisk together the brown sugar, gluten free soy sauce, water, ketchup, vinegar, and cornstarch in a medium bowl.
Arrange the meatballs in the bowl of your crockpot, then pour the sauce over the top. Lightly press the meatballs into the sauce until they’re all covered.
Place the lid on the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for six hours or high for four hours. When the meatballs are finished cooking, stir them into the sauce and serve!
How to Store Sweet and Sour Meatballs?
These delicious meatballs are sure to be a hit at your party. But if you have a few leftovers when your celebration is over, you should store them in the refrigerator. Transfer the meatballs to an airtight container, then keep them chilled for up to four days.
You can reheat the meatballs in the microwave or in a 350 degree oven for around 10 minutes.
How to Serve Sweet and Sour Meatballs
These flavorful meatballs are a delicious and versatile recipe! That means there are several ways you can serve them once they’re finished cooking in the crockpot. Try these recipe ideas the next time you make this simple gluten free recipe.
- As appetizers. These meatballs make a great appetizer for a party! Just add some toothpicks and serve them to your party guests.
- Over rice. You can also serve them for dinner over a bed of white or brown rice. Spoon the extra sauce over the top of the meatballs and rice before serving.
- With vegetables. Pair your cooked meatballs with some vegetables to round out your meal. Add some bell peppers, broccoli, or green beans to the plate when you serve them for dinner.
Gluten Free Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe
Use your slow cooker to make these flavorful gluten free sweet and sour meatballs as an appetizer for your next party.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup ketchup
- ½ cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons gluten free soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 32 gluten free frozen meatballs
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, water, ketchup, vinegar, gluten free soy sauce, and cornstarch.
- Layer the gluten free frozen meatballs in the bottom of the slow cooker and pour the sauce over the top. Stir to coat all the meatballs in sauce.
- Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for six hours or high for four hours.
- Stir well before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 32 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 71Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 214mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 0gSugar: 4gProtein: 3g
More Gluten Free Appetizer Ideas:
Easy Gluten Free Pigs in a Blanket
Gluten Free Red Lobster Sausage Balls with Cheddar Cheese
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