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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.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

  1. Season the cubed pork with salt and pepper. Toss in cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Whisk together apple cider vinegar, sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and pineapple juice in a small bowl.
  5. 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.
  6. Spoon over steamed rice or toss with noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds for extra flair.