Moose Meatballs

These Moose Meatballs offer a unique twist on classic comfort food, combining lean game meat with a vibrant, sweet-and-sour sauce. The earthy flavor of the moose is perfectly balanced by the bright acidity of pineapple juice and vinegar, while soy sauce adds a rich umami depth. The meatballs are tender and juicy, coated in a glossy, thickened glaze that clings beautifully to every bite. This dish is an excellent choice for a hearty weeknight dinner or a festive potluck contribution. It pairs wonderfully with wide egg noodles or steamed rice, making it a satisfying main course that brings a touch of international flair to your table.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 1

Calories: 368.7

Description

These Moose Meatballs offer a unique twist on classic comfort food, combining lean game meat with a vibrant, sweet-and-sour sauce. The earthy flavor of the moose is perfectly balanced by the bright acidity of pineapple juice and vinegar, while soy sauce adds a rich umami depth. The meatballs are tender and juicy, coated in a glossy, thickened glaze that clings beautifully to every bite. This dish is an excellent choice for a hearty weeknight dinner or a festive potluck contribution. It pairs wonderfully with wide egg noodles or steamed rice, making it a satisfying main course that brings a touch of international flair to your table.

Ingredients

1 pound Ground moose meat
1 can (8 oz) Pineapple chunks
1 ea Egg, lightly beaten
4 tablespoon Cornstarch, divided
1/2 cup Sugar
1 teaspoon Salt
1 tablespoon Soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon Pepper
1 medium Green pepper, cut into strips
2 tablespoon Onion, chopped
1 tablespoon Cooking oil
3 tablespoon Vinegar
1 batch Hot cooked wide egg noodles

Directions

1
In a large bowl, combine the ground moose meat, beaten egg, 1 tablespoon of the cornstarch, salt, pepper, and chopped onion.
2
Mix ingredients until just combined, then shape the mixture into 1-1/2-inch meatballs.
3
Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Brown the meatballs in the skillet, turning occasionally to cook all sides.
5
Cover the skillet and reduce heat to low; cook until the meatballs are done inside, about 10 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, drain the pineapple chunks, reserving the juice in a measuring cup.
7
Add enough water to the reserved pineapple juice to equal 1-1/2 cups total liquid.
8
In a small saucepan, stir together the vinegar and remaining 3 tablespoons of cornstarch until smooth.
9
Whisk the pineapple juice mixture, sugar, and soy sauce into the vinegar/cornstarch mixture.
10
Cook and stir the sauce over medium heat until it thickens and comes to a boil.
11
Add the browned meatballs, pineapple chunks, and green pepper strips to the sauce.
12
Simmer gently until the green peppers are tender and the meatballs are heated through.
13
Serve the meatballs and sauce over hot cooked wide egg noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 368.7kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.3g33%
Saturated Fat 5.5g28%
Cholesterol 184.1mg62%
Sodium 4981.8mg208%
Total Carbohydrate 14.9g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 27.3g55%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water to refresh the sauce.

If moose meat is unavailable, ground venison, beef, or turkey can be used as a substitute. For a gluten-free option, ensure your soy sauce is tamari or use a gluten-free alternative.

Add sliced water chestnuts to the sauce for extra crunch. You can also serve this dish over steamed rice instead of noodles for a different texture.

Keywords: moose, meatballs, pineapple, soy sauce, game meat, asian inspired, dinner, noodles, easy, comfort food, skillet, vinegar, cornstarch, green pepper, onion

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