Hakka Sweet and Sour Pork (客家糖醋里脊)

客家糖醋里脊 (Hakka Sweet and Sour Pork) is a classic dish in Hakka cuisine, known for its perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. This recipe is sure to be a hit at any dinner table!

Hakka Sweet and Sour Pork (客家糖醋里脊)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pork loin, cut into thin strips
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, cut into chunks
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, coat the pork strips with cornstarch, then dip them into the beaten eggs.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the pork strips until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté the bell peppers and onion until slightly tender.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the sugar, ketchup, white vinegar, soy sauce, and salt. Pour the mixture into the skillet with the vegetables.
  5. Add the fried pork strips back into the skillet and toss to coat with the sweet and sour sauce.
  6. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and the pork is fully cooked.
  7. Serve the Hakka sweet and sour pork hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
30g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large skillet Bowl Small bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Hakka sweet and sour pork with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra crispy pork, you can double-coat the pork strips with cornstarch and eggs before frying.

Cost

$15