Sweet and Sour Pork
Sweet and Sour Pork is a classic Chinese-inspired dish made with crispy fried pork tossed in a vibrant sauce that perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This colorful recipe is ideal for family dinners and special occasions, offering restaurant-style taste at home.
Ingredients
For the Pork
- 500 g pork loin, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 egg
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for deep frying
For the Sweet and Sour Sauce
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
Vegetables
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), cubed
- 1 onion, cubed
- ½ cup pineapple chunks
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix pork with egg, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the pork pieces evenly with cornstarch.
- Heat oil in a deep pan and fry pork until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In another pan, add bell pepper, onion, and pineapple. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup, pineapple juice, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and water.
- Pour the sauce into the pan and cook until thickened.
- Add fried pork to the sauce and toss until well coated.
- Cook for another 2–3 minutes and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute pork with chicken for a lighter version.
- Adjust sugar and vinegar according to your taste preference.
- Serve with steamed rice or fried rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Protein: 26 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 14 g