Dutch East Indies Meatballs

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These can be served as appetizers, or over rice as a main dish. the surprise is the chunk of pineapple in the middle of the meatball! this makes 4 servings as a main dish, or 8 appetizer servings.

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Steps

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Drain the pineapple chunks , reserving 1 / 2 cup syrup.

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Set aside.

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Combine the ground round , breadcrumbs , milk , beaten egg , chopped onion , and chopped parsley.

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Mix well.

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Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs , inserting a pineapple chunk into the center of each meatball.

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Set any remaining pineapple chunks aside.

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Combine the butter , oil , and curry powder in a large skillet.

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Brown the meatballs in the butter mixture over medium heat until browned.

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Drain meatballs , discarding the drippings.

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Set aside and keep warm.

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Combine the reserved pineapple syrup , vinegar , sugar , cornstarch , and soy sauce in a saucepan.

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Stir well.

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Add pineapple chunks.

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Cook over medium heat , stirring constantly , until thickened and bubbly.

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Serve meatballs with the sauce.

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Ingredients

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pineapple chunks in heavy syrup, ground round, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onions, fresh parsley, butter, vegetable oil, curry powder, white vinegar, sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce