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Sweet and Sour Pork

Delight in the harmony of flavors with sweet and sour pork. Tender pork pieces are coated in a crispy batter, then tossed with bell peppers, pineapple, and a vibrant, tangy sauce. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and zing, making it an irresistible dish for any occasion.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Cuisine: American, Asian
Keyword: crispy, Crispy pork, sweet and sour
Servings: 4
Author: kingcooks

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 1/2 white onion chopped
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Marinade

  • 1 lb pork shoulder or butt cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup onion
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp ginger
  • 2 tbsp garlic
  • 1 tsp pepper

Sweet & Sour Sauce

  • 4 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water

Slurry

  • 1 tbsp corn starch
  • 1 tbsp water

Instructions

Marinade

  • Add all ingredients (except the pork) into a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Pour over the pork and mix until full incorporated.
  • Set to marinate for 30 minutes to 24 hours. The long it sits the more tender it becomes.
  • Once marinated, add the pieces to some cornstarch and mix until a tight batter forms. Add a little water if needed to loosen things up.
  • Heat a pot of oil to 350F and fry in batches for 6-8 minutes. Fry until golden brown. Let sit on a cooling rack for a 1-2 minutes after frying.
  • Then fry a second time at 375F for 2-3 minutes to get that extra crispy crust.
  • Once cooked set aside.

Sweet & Sour Sauce

  • To a pan over medium heat, add all ingredients listed under “Sweet & Sour Sauce.”
  • Whisk and allow to cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Once the sauce starts to boil, mix together cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Pour into the sauce and continue whisking.
  • Now, add the chopped bell peppers, onions and pineapple.
  • Cook for 1-2 minutes and finally add the crispy cooked pork.
  • Toss in the sauce until each piece is coated.
  • Serve with a bowl of rice and enjoy!
  • Note: you can easily sub the pork for another protein. Shrimp and chicken are amazing alternatives.

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Notes

Note: you can easily sub the pork for another protein. Shrimp and chicken are amazing alternatives.