Pineapple Hainan Sweet And Sour Pork

Pineapple Hainan Sweet and Sour Pork is a delicious and tangy dish that combines the flavors of Hainan cuisine with the sweetness of pineapple. This recipe is a perfect balance of sweet and sour, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Hainan Hainan Cuisine Sweet And Sour Pork Pineapple
Pineapple Hainan Sweet And Sour Pork

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the pineapple juice, ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce to make the sweet and sour sauce. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Set aside.
  3. Season the pork with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat some cooking oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork from the pan and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Sauté the garlic, onion, and bell peppers until they start to soften.
  6. Add the pineapple chunks and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Pour in the sweet and sour sauce and bring to a simmer.
  8. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens.
  9. Return the cooked pork to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce.
  10. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  11. Serve the Pineapple Hainan Sweet and Sour Pork hot with 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
15g

Supplies

Large pan or wok Cutting board Knife Bowls Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Tongs Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pineapple Hainan Sweet and Sour Pork with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add some chili flakes or sriracha to the sweet and sour sauce.

Cost

$15