Sweet and Sour Pork
Sweet and sour pork is a vibrant dish that brings together tender pork, colorful vegetables, and a glossy, tangy sauce. This delightful meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, offering a burst of flavor that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete feast that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Slice the pork into bite-sized pieces. Chop bell peppers and onion, and mince garlic.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and cornstarch mixture. Whisk until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown pork pieces in batches; remove when cooked through.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic for about three minutes until softened.
- Add pineapple chunks and return pork to the skillet. Cook for two minutes to meld flavors.
- Pour in the sauce mixture and stir until bubbling and thickened (about three to five minutes).
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added flair, consider substituting bell peppers with snap peas or adding grated ginger for an extra zing. To make it healthier, increase the quantity of vegetables or opt for leaner cuts of pork.