Sweet and Sour Pork (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 lbs Pork Tenderloin (cut into 1-inch cubes).
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2 Eggs.
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4 tbsp Water.
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1/2 tsp Garlic Powder.
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1/2 tsp Onion Powder.
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1 tsp Sesame Oil.
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2 tsp Soy Sauce.
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1 cup All-Purpose Flour.
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1/2 cup + 4 tsp Cornstarch.
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1 tsp Salt.
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1/2 tsp Black Pepper.
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2 cups Vegetable Oil (for frying).
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2 tsp Vegetable Oil (for sauce).
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2-inch piece Ginger (chopped, for sauce).
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1/2 cup Ketchup (for sauce).
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3 cups White Vinegar (for sauce).
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1 cup White Sugar (for sauce).
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16 oz Canned Pineapple Chunks (with juice, for sauce).
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1 Bell Pepper (diced, for stir-fry).
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1 White Onion (sliced, for stir-fry).
# Instructions:
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Combine water, garlic powder, onion powder, sesame oil, and soy sauce in a bowl. Add the pork cubes and marinate for 30 minutes.
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To prepare the sauce, heat 2 tsp of vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the ginger for 1 minute.
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Stir in ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and pineapple juice. Simmer the mixture for 30 minutes until thickened.
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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.
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Fry the pork in batches for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden. Drain and repeat for a second fry to achieve crispiness.
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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.
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Toss the crispy pork and prepared sauce together with the vegetables in the skillet. Stir to coat everything evenly.
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Serve the sweet and sour pork immediately with steamed rice.
# Notes:
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This Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork is a golden, crispy dish coated in a tangy and vibrant sauce.
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The double-frying technique ensures the pork remains crispy even when tossed in the sauce.
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Pair this nostalgic favorite with steamed rice for a complete meal.