Babi Asam Manis (crispy Sweet And Sour Pork)
Babi Asam Manis is a popular Indonesian Chinese dish that features crispy pork in a sweet and sour sauce. This dish is a delicious combination of flavors and textures, making it a favorite among many.
Ingredients
- 500g pork belly, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, cut into chunks
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Coat the pork pieces in cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs. Fry in hot oil until crispy and golden brown. Set aside.
- In a separate pan, sauté garlic, pineapple, bell pepper, and onion until fragrant.
- Add ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce.
- Add the crispy pork to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Frying pan Saucepan Whisk Knife Cutting board
Tools
Tongs Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the Babi Asam Manis with steamed white rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra crispy pork, double coat the pieces in cornstarch before frying.
Cost
$15