Tangsuyuk (탕수육) With Sweet And Sour Sauce

Tangsuyuk (탕수육) is a popular Korean Chinese dish consisting of crispy pork or beef in a sweet and sour sauce. It's a delicious and satisfying dish that's perfect for a special meal or gathering.

Tangsuyuk (탕수육) With Sweet And Sour Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pork or beef, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Coat the pork or beef slices in cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and fry the coated meat until crispy and golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  3. In a separate pan, combine ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and water. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the pineapple, bell pepper, and onion to the sauce and cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Stir in the dissolved cornstarch and cook until the sauce thickens.
  6. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the crispy meat and serve hot.

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

Frying pan Saucepan Whisk Knife Cutting board Bowls

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve tangsuyuk with steamed rice and a side of kimchi for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the meat to achieve a crispy texture. Adjust the sweetness and sourness of the sauce to your preference by adding more sugar or vinegar.

Cost

$15