Sweet And Sour Pork
Sweet and sour pork is a classic Cantonese dish that features crispy pork pieces coated in a tangy and sweet sauce. This recipe is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a popular choice for both family dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 lb 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
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, season the pork pieces with salt and pepper.
- Coat the pork pieces in cornstarch, then dip them in the beaten eggs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry the pork until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
- In a separate pan, sauté the bell peppers, pineapple chunks, ginger, and garlic until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce to make the sweet and sour sauce.
- Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the sautéed vegetables and bring to a simmer.
- Add the crispy pork pieces to the sauce and stir to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the sweet and sour pork hot over steamed rice.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Frying pan Saucepan Bowls Whisk Tongs Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stove Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the sweet and sour pork with a side of steamed jasmine rice and garnish with sliced green onions for a pop of color and freshness.
Tips & tricks
For extra crispy pork, double coat the pieces in cornstarch and egg before frying.
Cost
$15