Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork: Easy Chinese Dinner Recipe
Sweet and Sour Pork: A Crispy, Tangy Dinner Classic
Dive into the world of Chinese flavors with this sweet and sour pork recipe that balances crispy cubes of pork and vibrant veggies in a tangy pineapple sauce.
Ingredients for Sweet and Sour Pork
- 1 pound pork butt, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ cup pineapple juice
Instructions: How to Make Sweet and Sour Pork
- Prep the pork: Season the cubed pork with salt and pepper. Toss in cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated.
- Fry until golden: Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the pork in batches until golden and crispy, about 3–4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pan, add a touch more oil if needed. Stir-fry garlic, onion, and bell peppers for 2 minutes until they start to soften.
- Make the sauce: Whisk together apple cider vinegar, sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and pineapple juice in a small bowl.
- Combine everything: Return pork and pineapple chunks to the pan. Pour in the sauce, tossing to coat. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the pork.
- Serve hot: Spoon over steamed rice or toss with noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds for extra flair.
Pro Tips for a Perfect Sweet and Sour Pork
- Don’t Overcrowd: Fry in batches to keep pork extra crispy.
- High Heat: Maintains crunch on veggies and pork.
- Adjust Sweetness: Add more vinegar or sugar to suit your taste buds.
Nutrition per Serving
- Calories: 663 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 75 g (Sugar: 52 g, Fiber: 2 g)
- Protein: 14 g | Fat: 35 g (Saturated: 7 g)
- Cholesterol: 43 mg | Sodium: 1085 mg
Ready to dig in? This sweet and sour pork is sure to become a weeknight favorite.
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Sweet and Sour Pork
Dive into the world of Chinese flavors with this sweet and sour pork recipe that balances crispy cubes of pork and vibrant veggies in a tangy pineapple sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Season the cubed pork with salt and pepper. Toss in cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the pork in batches until golden and crispy, about 3–4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- In the same pan, add a touch more oil if needed. Stir-fry garlic, onion, and bell peppers for 2 minutes until they start to soften.
- Whisk together apple cider vinegar, sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and pineapple juice in a small bowl.
- Return pork and pineapple chunks to the pan. Pour in the sauce, tossing to coat. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the pork.
- Spoon over steamed rice or toss with noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds for extra flair.
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