My tried-and-tested Sweet and Sour Meatloaf recipe is my favorite ever version of this American classic. I guess every family has a different way to make meatloaf.
My nanna cooked hers very plain, while my grandma could knock an army out with the amount of onion and garlic she added to hers! My mother-in-law makes a real juicy one with lots of tomato. My mom and I came up with this recipe together after trying so many variations over the years.
Meatloaf can be a heavy dish, so we upped the sugar and vinegar levels to add sweet and sour notes that work great against the beef. The onion, mustard and tomato add their own punchy flavors, making the whole thing super tasty and delicious!
To make Sweet and Sour Meatloaf, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Add the beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, onion, seasoning and half of the tomato sauce to a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
Tip the meatloaf mixture into a loaf tin and press it down, making a channel around the edges for the sauce to be poured into.
Bake the meatloaf for 40 minutes.
In the meantime, place a small pan over a medium heat. Add the rest of the tomato sauce, along with the sugars, mustard and vinegar. Bring the mixture to a boil and then take off the heat.
After 40 minutes, take the meatloaf out of the oven and pour the sauce over the top. Return to the oven and cook for a further 20 minutes.
Leave the meatloaf to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
This Sweet and Sour Meatloaf certainly packs a punch! What do you think of my family’s favorite recipe? I’d love to hear your thoughts below or tag #cookmerecipes in your meatloaf posts!
Wow! This meatloaf brought back fond memories of family dinners. We make it every Friday now—it’s simply perfection!
Exceptional
Exceptional! My wife and I made this meatloaf together for our first dinner party, and everyone loved it! I never thought cooking could be this fun. The balance of sweet and sour was perfect, and it reminded me of my childhood visits to Grandma's house. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
This meatloaf turned out great for my dinner.
I love this Sweet and Sour Meatloaf! I remember making it with my mom back in the day. We always added a bit more sugar for that extra zing. It was a hit at family dinners! The flavors are just perfect and really elevate the old classic.
I made the Sweet and Sour Meatloaf for a small get-together with friends. We all loved it! I added a bit more garlic because that's how my grandma makes it. It brought back such sweet memories for me. It was juicy and delicious, perfect for the occasion.
Exccelent! I made this meatloaf last night for my family, and they loved it. The sweet and sour balance was just perfect. Nolost for words! Definitely a new family favorite!
I can't say enough about this Sweet and Sour Meatloaf! My husband loved it, and it reminded me of cooking with my mom when I was little. The flavors are just perfect, and it’s super easy to make. Yum!
This recipe rocks. My kids loved it. I made it for a family dinner, and everyone asked for seconds. The sweet and sour flavors are spot on.
I made this Sweet and Sour Meatloaf for my wife and she loved it! It reminded me of my childhood when my mom used to cook different kinds of meatloaf every Sunday. This recipe is just the right mix of sweet and tangy. The flavors blend so well together, we couldn't get enough of it. Thanks for this gem!
Fabulous
Delicious, easy meal!
I tried this Sweet and Sour Meatloaf with my family last Sunday. It was simply great. We all loved the sweet, tangy flavor. My children usually dont like meatloaf, but this one was a hit.
Best meatloaf ever! My kids loved it and even asked for seconds. The sweet and sour twist makes it super fun to eat!
OMG! This Sweet and Sour Meatloaf is a total game changer! My fam loved it. It reminded me of my childhood dinners with nanna. So yum and super easy to make!
