Glazed Hawaiian Meatloaf

Prep Time: 25 Minutes

Cook Time: 60 Minutes

Ready In: 85 Minutes

Servings: 8

Pineapple and fresh ginger add a lovely tropical flavor. The orange flavored Teriyaki glaze makes the perfect topping. I prefer to substitute ground pork for the chicken. For the meatball version check out the recipe for Hawaiian Meatballs. Recipe from Sam Choy's Island Flavors .

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef

1/2 lb ground chicken

1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs, toasted

1 (8 1/4 ounce) can crushed pineapple, well drained

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup chopped celery

2 eggs

1/4 cup milk

1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce

1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

salt & fresh ground pepper

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons water

1/2 cup reduced sodium soy sauce

1/2 orange, juice of

1/4 cup mirin (japanese sweet rice wine)

1/4 cup water

2 tablespoons brown sugar

3/4 teaspoon minced fresh garlic

3/4 teaspoon minced fresh ginger

Directions:

1. Meatloaf: Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Combine all meat loaf ingredients.
3. Place mixture in a loaf pan and bake 55 minutes.
4. Pour off any grease, top with 1/4 cup glaze and bake 5 minutes.
5. Let sit 5-10 minutes before slicing and serve with remaining glaze.
6. Glaze: Combine cornstarch and water.
7. Add remaining ingredients to a small sauce pan and bring to a boil.
8. Add the cornstarch mixture and stir until thickened.

By RecipeOfHealth.com