Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Combine the breadcrumbs, onion, salt, and pepper with 1 1/2 cups water in a large bowl. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes.

   Step 2

   Lightly beat the eggs in a separate small bowl. Add the eggs, ground beef, pork, and tomato sauce to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix well.

   Step 3

   Shape into small balls (20 to 30).

   Step 4

   Preheat the oven to 350°F.

   Step 5

   Heat the oil in a large skillet. Brown the meatballs in the oil. Remove the meatballs to a roasting pan and pour out the fat in the skillet.

   Step 6

   Combine 1 1/2 cups water and the stock in the skillet. Stir and pour over the meatballs.

   Step 7

   Cover the roasting pan with aluminum foil and bake for about 20 minutes.

   Step 8

   Meanwhile prepare the sweet-and-sour sauce. In a large saucepan, combine 4 cups water, the vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce and bring to a boil.

   Step 9

   Thicken with the cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup cold water and cook until the sauce is thick and clear.

   Step 10

   Remove the meatballs from the oven and pour the sweet-and-sour sauce over them. Return them to the oven for 10 minutes.