Chaozhou Gu Lou Yok (chiuchow-style Sweet And Sour Pork)

Chaozhou Gu Lou Yok, also known as Chiuchow-style Sweet and Sour Pork, is a popular dish in Chiuchow Cuisine. The dish features crispy pork pieces coated in a tangy and sweet sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Chaozhou Gu Lou Yok (chiuchow-style Sweet And Sour Pork)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, cut into chunks
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup pineapple chunks
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, season the pork pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Dip the seasoned pork pieces in the beaten eggs, then coat them with cornstarch.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the pork until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. In a separate pan, sauté the garlic, bell pepper, and onion until they are slightly softened.
  5. Add the ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and pineapple chunks to the pan. Stir and cook until the sauce thickens.
  6. Add the fried pork to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Serve the Chaozhou Gu Lou Yok hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

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

Supplies

Frying pan Saucepan Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Chaozhou Gu Lou Yok pairs well with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tip: For extra tanginess, add a splash of lime juice to the sauce before tossing the pork.

Cost

$12