Guangdong Tang Cu Rou (cantonese Sweet And Sour Pork)

Guangdong Tang Cu Rou, also known as Cantonese Sweet and Sour Pork, is a popular dish in Pakistani Chinese cuisine. This dish features crispy pork pieces coated in a sweet and tangy sauce, making it a delicious and flavorful meal.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Pakistani Chinese Chinese Cuisine Sweet And Sour Pork Cantonese Cuisine
Guangdong Tang Cu Rou (cantonese Sweet And Sour Pork)

Ingredients

  • 500g pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, coat the pork pieces with cornstarch, then dip them in beaten eggs.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and fry the pork until crispy and golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, sauté bell peppers, pineapple chunks, ginger, and garlic.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and water to make the sweet and sour sauce.
  5. Pour the sauce into the pan with the sautéed ingredients and bring to a simmer.
  6. Add the fried pork to the sauce and toss to coat.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve 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
15g

Supplies

Frying pan Bowl Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Stove Tongs Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the pork to achieve a crispy texture.

Cost

$15