Shandong Style Sweet And Sour Pork

Shandong Style Sweet and Sour Pork is a classic dish from the Shandong Cuisine, known for its bold flavors and use of vinegar and sugar to create a perfect balance of sweet and sour.

Shandong Style Sweet And Sour Pork

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 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 pineapple chunks
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Coat the pork pieces in cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Fry the pork until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, sauté the bell peppers, onion, and pineapple chunks until slightly tender.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Pour the sauce into the pan with the vegetables.
  5. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then add the cooked pork back into the pan.
  6. Stir in the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce coats the pork and vegetables.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

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
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pan Cutting board Knife Bowls Whisk

Tools

Frying pan Spatula Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Serve the Shandong Style Sweet and Sour Pork over steamed white rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For an extra tangy flavor, add a splash of Chinese black vinegar to the sauce.

Cost

$15