Sweet And Sour Pork
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Sweet And Sour Pork
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Indulge in a classic Chinese delight with our Sweet and Sour Pork recipe. Each bite offers tender pork cubes, crisped to perfection, then bathed in a lusciously tangy sauce that melds the rich flavors of tomato and pineapple.
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Ingredients
Pork Marinade
- 1 pound pork shoulder cut into 1 inch cubes
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch ginger piece grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
For Dredging
- 1 cup cornstarch
- salt and pepper to taste
Sweet And Sour Sauce
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar packed
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
Stir-Fry
- 1 medium green bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium onion cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup pineapple chunks
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine pork cubes with baking soda, minced garlic, grated ginger, and soy sauce. Mix well and let marinate for 10-15 minutes to infuse flavor and tenderize the meat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients. Make sure to dissolve the cornstarch completely. Set aside.
- After marinating, season the pork with salt and pepper, then toss them in cornstarch to coat.
- Heat half the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the pork cubes until they turn light golden. Remove and set aside. This first fry is to ensure extra crispiness.
- Add the remaining oil to the skillet and re-fry the pork cubes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In a large wok or pan, heat another tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and bell peppers and cook for 1 minute. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Pour the sweet and sour sauce mixture in the wok and stir well until the sauce get thick and glossy. Add the fried pork and pineapple chunks to the wok, toss everything together well. Cook for another 2 minutes then remove from heat.
- Dish it out hot over a bed of steamed rice or noodles.
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Notes
- : Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying the pork to avoid them soaking up excess oil and becoming soggy. A small piece of bread should sizzle upon contact.
- : For a spicier kick, consider garnishing with some sliced green onions or drizzling with a bit of chili oil before serving.
- Double Frying: The pork is fried twice to ensure maximum crispiness. Don't skip this step to achieve that restaurant-quality crunch.
- Sauce Consistency: Ensure the cornstarch is fully dissolved in the sauce mixture to avoid lumps when cooking.
- Veggies: Feel free to add or substitute other vegetables like carrots or snap peas, depending on your preference.
- Oil Temperature: Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying the pork to avoid them soaking up excess oil and becoming soggy. A small piece of bread should sizzle upon contact.
- Serving Suggestion: For a spicier kick, consider garnishing with some sliced green onions or drizzling with a bit of chili oil before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
551kcal
(28%)
Carbohydrates
68g
(23%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
9g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
68mg
(23%)
Sodium
1242mg
(52%)
Potassium
856mg
(24%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
32g
(64%)
Vitamin A
1221IU
(24%)
Vitamin C
71mg
(79%)
Calcium
55mg
(6%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 551 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 551kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9g | 53% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 68mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 1242mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 856mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 32g | 64% |
| Vitamin A | 1221IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 71mg | 79% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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