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.
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
- 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.
- Season the pork pieces with salt and pepper.
- 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.
- In the same skillet, add the diced bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked pork to the skillet, then add the pineapple chunks and the sweet and sour sauce. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and the pork is fully cooked.
- 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