Sweet and Sour Pork Perfection (咕噜肉完美)
咕噜肉 (Sweet and Sour Pork) is a classic dish in Hong Kong cuisine, known for its perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. This recipe will guide you through creating the perfect 咕噜肉 at home.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, cut into chunks
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce to make the sweet and sour sauce. Set aside.
- Season the pork pieces with salt and pepper, then coat them in cornstarch, followed by the beaten eggs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the pork until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same wok, stir-fry the bell peppers, onion, and pineapple chunks until slightly tender.
- Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the vegetables, then add the fried pork. Stir well to coat everything with the sauce.
- Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve 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
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Wok or large skillet Cutting board Knife Bowls Tongs
Tools
Stovetop Frying pan
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: 咕噜肉 pairs well with steamed white 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