Bahamian Sweet And Sour Pork

This Bahamian Sweet and Sour Pork recipe is a delightful fusion of Caribbean and Chinese flavors, creating a delicious and vibrant dish that is sure to impress your taste buds.

Bahamian Sweet And Sour Pork

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water to make the sweet and sour sauce. Set aside.
  2. Season the pork pieces with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the diced bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Return the cooked pork to the skillet, then add the pineapple chunks and the sweet and sour sauce. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
  6. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and the pork is fully cooked.
  7. Serve the Bahamian Sweet and Sour Pork hot over steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large skillet Small bowl

Tools

Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Pair with a side of fried plantains for a complete Caribbean meal.

Tips & tricks

Tip: For an extra kick of heat, add a dash of hot sauce to the sweet and sour sauce.

Cost

$15