Tiansuan Zhurou Bao (sweet And Sour Pork Bao)

Tiansuan Zhurou Bao, also known as Sweet and Sour Pork Bao, is a popular dish in Japanese Chinese cuisine. This recipe combines the savory flavors of tender pork with the sweetness of a tangy sauce, all wrapped in a soft and fluffy bao bun.

Tiansuan Zhurou Bao (sweet And Sour Pork Bao)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vinegar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 8 bao buns, steamed

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, coat the pork pieces with cornstarch, then dip them in the beaten eggs.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and fry the pork until golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
  3. In a separate pan, combine sugar, vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger, and water. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  4. Add the fried pork, pineapple chunks, and bell peppers to the sauce. Stir to coat evenly.
  5. Fill each steamed bao bun with the sweet and sour pork mixture.

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
30g
Protein
25g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Frying pan Saucepan Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Steamer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tiansuan Zhurou Bao hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. It pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, substitute the pork with tofu and the eggs with a cornstarch slurry for coating.

Cost

$15