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Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork is the perfect blend of savory and tangy, bringing a nostalgic favorite to your dinner table. This dish features tender cubes of pork double-fried for extra crispiness, tossed in a vibrant sauce made with pineapple, bell peppers, and onions. The combination of crispy texture and sweet-sour flavor is sure to delight the whole family. Serve over steamed rice for a complete meal that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful.

Clare Greco
Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:05:18 GMT
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Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork brings a delightful balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors to your dinner table. Featuring golden-crispy pork coated in a vibrant sauce with pineapple, bell peppers, and onions, this dish is perfect for family meals or special occasions. The double-frying technique ensures each bite remains perfectly crisp, even after being tossed in the luscious sauce.

INGREDIENTS
  • Pork Tenderloin: 2 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes for the main protein
  • Eggs: 2, for the egg wash
  • Water: 4 tbsp, to thin the egg wash
  • Garlic Powder: 1/2 tsp, for marinating
  • Onion Powder: 1/2 tsp, for flavor
  • Sesame Oil: 1 tsp, for marinating
  • Soy Sauce: 2 tsp, for marinating
  • All-Purpose Flour: 1 cup, for coating the pork
  • Cornstarch: 1/2 cup + 4 tsp, for crispiness
  • Salt: 1 tsp, for seasoning
  • Black Pepper: 1/2 tsp, for seasoning
  • Vegetable Oil: 2 cups, for frying
  • Ginger: 2-inch piece, chopped for the sauce
  • Ketchup: 1/2 cup, for the sauce
  • White Vinegar: 3 cups, for the tangy sauce base
  • White Sugar: 1 cup, for sweetness
  • Pineapple Chunks: 16 oz canned, with juice for the sauce
  • Bell Pepper: 1, diced for stir-fry
  • White Onion: 1, sliced for stir-fry
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1:
Combine water, garlic powder, onion powder, sesame oil, and soy sauce in a bowl. Add the pork cubes and marinate for 30 minutes.
Step 2:
To prepare the sauce, heat 2 tsp vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the chopped ginger for 1 minute.
Step 3:
Stir in ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and pineapple juice. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
Step 4:
Heat 2 cups of oil in a skillet to 350°F. Coat the pork cubes in a mixture of flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Dip each piece in the egg wash, then coat again with the flour mixture.
Step 5:
Fry the pork in batches for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden. Drain on paper towels and repeat for a second fry to achieve crispiness.
Step 6:
In another skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions and bell peppers for 1 minute, then add the pineapple and stir-fry briefly.
Step 7:
Toss the crispy pork with the prepared sauce and vegetables in the skillet. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
Step 8:
Serve the sweet and sour pork immediately with steamed rice. Enjoy!
Serving and Storage Tips
  • Serve fresh for the best texture and flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet to restore crispiness.
Helpful Notes
  • For added flavor, garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions.
  • Adjust the sauce’s tanginess by reducing the vinegar or adding more sugar to taste.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Chef Ming suggests using potato starch instead of cornstarch for a crispier coating.
  • Chef Ling recommends adding a splash of soy sauce to the sauce for extra depth.
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Sweet and Sour Pork

Golden-crispy pork tossed in a tangy sweet and sour sauce with pineapple and peppers. A nostalgic dinner favorite!

Prep Time
30 Minutes
Cook Time
40 Minutes
Total Time
70 Minutes

Category: Hearty Mains

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Chinese-American

Yield: 4 Servings (4-6 servings)

Dietary: Dairy-Free

Ingredients

01 2 lbs Pork Tenderloin (cut into 1-inch cubes).
02 2 Eggs.
03 4 tbsp Water.
04 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder.
05 1/2 tsp Onion Powder.
06 1 tsp Sesame Oil.
07 2 tsp Soy Sauce.
08 1 cup All-Purpose Flour.
09 1/2 cup + 4 tsp Cornstarch.
10 1 tsp Salt.
11 1/2 tsp Black Pepper.
12 2 cups Vegetable Oil (for frying).
13 2 tsp Vegetable Oil (for sauce).
14 2-inch piece Ginger (chopped, for sauce).
15 1/2 cup Ketchup (for sauce).
16 3 cups White Vinegar (for sauce).
17 1 cup White Sugar (for sauce).
18 16 oz Canned Pineapple Chunks (with juice, for sauce).
19 1 Bell Pepper (diced, for stir-fry).
20 1 White Onion (sliced, for stir-fry).

Instructions

Step 01

Combine water, garlic powder, onion powder, sesame oil, and soy sauce in a bowl. Add the pork cubes and marinate for 30 minutes.

Step 02

To prepare the sauce, heat 2 tsp of vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the ginger for 1 minute.

Step 03

Stir in ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and pineapple juice. Simmer the mixture for 30 minutes until thickened.

Step 04

Heat 2 cups of oil in a skillet to 350°F. Coat the pork in a mixture of flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper, then dip in the egg wash and coat again with the flour mixture.

Step 05

Fry the pork in batches for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden. Drain and repeat for a second fry to achieve crispiness.

Step 06

In another skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions and bell peppers for 1 minute, then add the pineapple and stir-fry briefly.

Step 07

Toss the crispy pork and prepared sauce together with the vegetables in the skillet. Stir to coat everything evenly.

Step 08

Serve the sweet and sour pork immediately with steamed rice.

Notes

  1. This Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork is a golden, crispy dish coated in a tangy and vibrant sauce.
  2. The double-frying technique ensures the pork remains crispy even when tossed in the sauce.
  3. Pair this nostalgic favorite with steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
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