Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe (2024)

This Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe is super easy to make! it is the perfect recipes because they are really good, and they are just slightly sweet and really tasty.

Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe

I remember when I first began going to sushi restaurants - I am allergic to shellfish and could only eat things like the Spicy Tuna Roll and chicken teriyaki...

I had never even had Chicken Teriyaki until my mid-20s!

Now I love the flavor and while this isn't chicken, it is still a super fun twist on the flavor, and who doesn't just love meatballs?!

This sweet Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe is really more of an appetizer recipe.

But it can also easily be served as a lunch or dinnertime meal with a simple side of rice and veggies.

You can even throw them on a Hawaiian roll to make a sandwich and serve it up with a nice side salad.

The flavor combination between the pineapple preserves and the teriyaki lends a really fun twist and the ketchup and garlic keeps it from being too sweet.

They are just delicious all the way around!

Don't they look delicious? They remind me of the Swedish Meatballs people used to make in a slow cooker for office parties.

Or those grape jelly and ketchup meatballs that are such a holiday party staple.

I remember I used to sit there at the crockpot towards the end of the party and just pick them out one by one.

I didn't even bother with a plate at that point! Ha ha!

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Look how delicious they are!

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How to Make This Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe

Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe Ingredients

1 bag, 32 oz, frozenmeatballs(keep frozen)
¾ cup ketchup
½ cup teriyaki sauce
½ cup pineapple preserves
¼ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons minced garlic

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Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe Directions

Place frozenmeatballsin a slow cooker.

In a small bowl, mix ketchup, teriyaki sauce, pineapple preserves, brown sugar and garlic.

Pour overmeatballsand mix well to evenly coat.

Heat on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 stirring occasionally.

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Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Teriyaki Meatballs

Jennifer

This Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe is super easy to make and really good, they are slightly sweet and tasty.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 12 servings

Ingredients

1 bag 32 oz, frozenmeatballs(keep frozen)
¾ cup ketchup
½ cup teriyaki sauce
½ cup pineapple preserves
¼ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons minced garlic

Instructions

Place frozenmeatballsin a slow cooker.
In a small bowl, mix ketchup, teriyaki sauce, pineapple preserves, brown sugar and garlic. Pour overmeatballsand mix well to evenly coat.
Heat on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 stirring occasionally.

Keyword appetizer, meatball

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Slow Cooker Sweet Hawaiian Teriyaki Meatballs Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why do my meatballs fall apart in the slow cooker? ›

One disadvantage to the slow cooker is that meatballs may fall apart if you put them in the pot raw. By partially cooking the meatballs before you put them in the slow cooker, you can ensure your meatballs do not fall apart.

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What to eat with teriyaki meatballs? ›

Serving suggestions

I love serving these teriyaki chicken meatballs with jasmine rice and steamed broccoli, but you can also serve them with my edamame crunch salad for extra veggies. If you really want a lot of flavor, you can even serve with my peanut butter noodles, sesame noodles, or spicy chili garlic noodles.

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What are sweet and sour meatballs made of? ›

ingredients

For the meatballs.
1 lb ground beef.
Worcestershire sauce, to taste.
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs.
oregano, to taste.
1 egg, slightly beaten.
salt and pepper, to taste.
1 clove garlic, minced.

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What is the secret of a tender meatball? ›

They are super flavorful but what makes them so so tender and moist is this: Plain Greek Yogurt. The lactic acid from the yogurt tenderizes the meat while adding subtle flavor. The addition of egg and parmesan cheese help keep the meat together so that you get delicious weeknight meatballs in minutes.

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What not to do when making meatballs? ›

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Making Meatballs

Not seasoning the meat.
Not adding any moisture to the meat.
Over-mixing the meat.
Not shaping the meatballs correctly.
Not forming evenly-sized meatballs.

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Why are Vietnamese meatballs chewy? ›

Some of the Bò Viên brands you would find at Asian stores are very chewy due to the hàn the (borax) that is added. In oriental cooking, hàn the used as a cooking ingredient is to add a firm rubbery texture to the food, or as a preservative.

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Why do people put grape jelly in meatballs? ›

To make these sweet and tangy meatballs, you'll need: Grape jelly: For a sweetness that balances the chili sauce, and to provide a glossy finish to the sauce. Chili sauce: Tomato paste, spices, and garlic give this sauce its depth. Barbecue sauce: Thickens the sauce while complementing the jelly and chili sauce.

What is Vietnamese meatball made of? ›

The texture is smooth, compact and packed with unbelievable flavors: Thai chilies, ginger, garlic, cilantro and fish sauce are mixed with ground beef to form perfect little round balls that will then be dressed or dipped into a sweet and spicy hoisin sauce.

What does teriyaki sauce go with? ›

Teriyaki sauce pairs well with meats such as fish, chicken, beef, and pork. When used as a dipping sauce, teriyaki sauce flavors chicken wings, dumplings, shrimp, and steak. Stir-fries, rice dishes, and vegetables use teriyaki sauce for additional flavor.

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What can I substitute for grape jelly in meatballs? ›

Replace the Grape Jelly with apricot preserves, orange marmalade, canned cranberry sauce, raspberry preserves, or hot pepper jelly. Replace the Ketchup with Heinz chili sauce or barbecue sauce. If swapping the ketchup for chili sauce, it is not a spicy sauce.

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How do you thicken sweet and sour sauce? ›

Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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Why do people put flour in meatballs? ›

Filler ingredients like breadcrumbs or flour are important too because they stop the meatballs becoming dry. The breadcrumbs absorb the juices from the meat as it cooks, trapping them within the meatball. Again quantity is important here; too much and your meatball will be more like stuffing or a dumpling.

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Why are my meatballs falling apart when I cook them? ›

Because meat shrinks when cooked, mince proteins are likely to separate and crumble unless bound together. Whether it's breadcrumbs or egg (or both), or simply salt, binding the mince is a crucial step in maintaining the softness of your meatballs while preventing them from falling apart.

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Do meatballs get more tender the longer they cook in sauce? ›

As the collagen in the meat dissolves over time, it transforms into gelatin, which not only adds a silky texture to the sauce but also contributes to the overall richness and depth of flavor. The longer the simmer, the more tender and succulent the meatballs become.

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How long to heat meatballs in crockpot? ›

Add your frozen, fully cooked meatballs to the slow cooker. Pour in your preferred sauce and give it a stir to coat the meatballs. Use enough sauce to just cover the meatballs. Cook on low for four to six hours.

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What is the best binder for meatballs? ›

An egg is usually a good start, as that can help with the tenderness and texture, but the king of meatball binders is breadcrumbs soaked in milk (also known as a panade). Soaking the breadcrumbs first makes them pliable and soggy, which allows them to easily and evenly mix into the ground meat.

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