Best 8 Caribbean Sweet And Sour Pork Recipes

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"Caribbean sweet and sour pork" is a dish that combines the flavors of sweet, sour, and savory to create a tantalizing culinary experience. This dish is a beloved menu item in many Caribbean restaurants, and it is also a popular choice for home cooks who want to bring the flavors of the Caribbean into their own kitchens. With a delicious blend of spices, tangy sauce, and tender pork, "Caribbean sweet and sour pork" is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating the ultimate "Caribbean sweet and sour pork" dish, providing you with a step-by-step recipe that includes all the necessary ingredients and cooking instructions.

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SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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Pork is stir-fried with peppers, carrots, onions and pineapple in this version of the classic dish. Easy to make, and delicious.

Provided by Kikkoman

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kikkoman

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon Kikkoman Soy Sauce
1 pound boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 onion, chunked
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
1 cup Kikkoman Sweet & Sour Sauce
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained

Steps:

  • Blend cornstarch and soy sauce in small bowl; stir in pork until well coated.
  • Brown pork in hot oil in Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in 1/4 cup water. Cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir carrots, onion, bell pepper and sweet & sour sauce into pork mixture. Simmer, covered, 10 minutes longer, stirring frequently.
  • Add pineapple chunks; cook and stir only until pineapple is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 53.6 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 669.7 mg, Sugar 25.8 g

SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK



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After my sister moved away to the university, I used to visit her on weekends. She often made this wonderful and tangy pork dish. Now, every time I make it for my family, it reminds me of those special visits. Everyone who tries it loves it. -Cherry Williams, St. Albert, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 can (14 ounces) pineapple tidbits
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-1/2-inch x 1/4-inch strips
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 green pepper, cut into thin strips
Hot cooked rice
Sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, brown sugar, salt, ginger and pepper. Stir in the water, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce and reserved juice until smooth., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry pork and onion in oil for 4-8 minutes or until tender. Stir pineapple juice mixture; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Add green pepper and reserved pineapple. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Serve with rice and if desired, sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR PORK RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: pork, salt, corn flour, egg, corn flour, oil, oil, garlic, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, pineapple, white caster sugar, rice vinegar, ketchup

Provided by Evelyn Liu

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ lb pork, chopped into bite size pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon corn flour
1 egg
1 cup corn flour
2 ½ cups oil
2 tablespoons oil
2 teaspoons garlic, crushed
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ red bell pepper, chopped
⅔ cup pineapple
¼ cup white caster sugar
¼ cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons ketchup

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine all marinade ingredients with the pork. Cover and leave to marinade in the fridge 20 minutes.
  • Place the corn flour in a large bowl and toss the marinated pork chunks until liberally coated.
  • In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the oil to 350˚F (180°C).
  • Deep fry the pork pieces for about 3-4 minutes until the coating is golden brown and the pork is cooked throughout. Set aside.
  • For the sauce, place a frying pan over a medium heat and add the oil.
  • Sauté the garlic until fragrant, then fry the peppers until soften.
  • Add in the pineapple and warm thorough.
  • Add the sugar, vinegar, and ketchup, stir. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Add the pork to the frying pan and coat everything evenly with the sauce.
  • Serve top with sesame seeds.
  • Nutrition Calories: 2299 Fat: 220 grams Carbs: 55 grams Fiber: 3 grams Sugars: 44 grams Protein: 35 grams
  • Enjoy!

AUTHENTIC SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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This popular dish originates from Sichuan. The pork is crispy on the outside and succulent on the inside. The sauce has the perfect balance of sweet and sour. Serve with rice, if desired.

Provided by Chelsea

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 1h5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces pork loin
1 teaspoon rice wine
⅔ teaspoon salt, divided
1 pinch monosodium glutamate (MSG)
½ cup chicken stock
¼ cup cornstarch, divided
2 ½ tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar
⅔ teaspoon soy sauce
2 eggs
1 ¼ cups vegetable oil for frying
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (3/4 inch thick) slice ginger, minced
4 spring onions, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Pound pork to 1/3-inch thickness using a meat mallet. Slice into 1 1/2-inch strips.
  • Combine pork strips, rice wine, 1/3 teaspoon salt, and monosodium glutamate in a bowl. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Mix remaining 1/3 teaspoon salt, chicken stock, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce in a bowl to make sauce.
  • Beat eggs with remaining 3 tablespoons cornstarch in a bowl until smooth. Add pork strips; stir to coat.
  • Heat oil in a wok or large saucepan to 280 degrees F (140 degrees C). Add pork strips one at a time to the hot oil. Cook until lightly golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate with a slotted spoon.
  • Heat oil to 340 degrees F (170 degrees C). Return pork to the hot oil. Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a serving plate with the slotted spoon.
  • Drain all but 2 tablespoons oil from the wok. Cook and stir garlic and ginger in the hot oil until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add sauce and spring onions; cook and stir until sauce begins to thicken, 4 to 5 minutes. Pour sauce over the pork on the serving plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 235.1 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 1223.7 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

CARIBBEAN SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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The following recipe calls for boiling the pork, which removes even more fat from the already lean pork filet. The sauce is practically fat free. You can also prepare this dish substituting cooked chicken, beef, fish, or shellfish for the pork. Recipe is from Club Med 1. Club Med 1 is the world's largest sailboat, over 600 feet of luxury, designed to take guests to the islands of their fantasies.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Caribbean

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 cup coarsely chopped carrot
1 cup coarsely chopped onion
1 cup coarsely chopped green bell pepper
1 cup crushed pineapple in juice
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper or 1/2 tablespoon white pepper
1 1/2 cups ketchup
1/2 cup pineapple juice or 1/2 cup water
2 1/4 lbs boneless pork filets, cut into bite-sized cubes, at room temperature
cooked rice, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat the oil. Add ginger and garlic and sauté over a low flame for 5 minutes until fragrant. Do not brown the garlic or it will taste bitter. Add the carrots, sauté another 5 minutes. Add the onion and peppers and sauté about 3 minutes-until the green peppers lose their rawness, but aren't cooked thoroughly.
  • Add the cup of pineapple and its juice and the vinegar. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add the sugar, pepper, ketchup, and ½ cup of pineapple juice or water. Stir very well and continue to cook an additional 5 minutes.
  • Cook the pork in boiling water for 10 in minutes, testing the meat for doneness after 5 minutes. Cut a piece open-if it's not pink inside, it's done. When done, drain and add the pork to the sauce. Cook together for 2 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning, tasting for salt, pepper, and vinegar. Add more if desired. Serve with cooked rice. Serves 6.
  • NOTE: This dish should be served immediately. It toughens if held in the refrigerator.
  • Burt Wolf * Eating Well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.2, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 107.3, Sodium 769.3, Carbohydrate 33.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 26.5, Protein 35.7

ASIAN SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK



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Red currant jelly gives this traditional Chinese dish from Joanne Albers of Garden Grove, California a tangy kick. Your family will love it for a quick weeknight meal and guests will be thrilled when you serve it for special occasions.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 1-inch cubes
5 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/3 cup red currant jelly
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, ginger and pepper. Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. Stir juice and vinegar into cornstarch mixture until smooth; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry pork in 3 teaspoons oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, stir-fry peppers and onion in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Stir in the pork, pineapple and jelly. , Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 347mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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At Mamahuhu, a Chinese takeout restaurant in San Francisco, a sense of history and appreciation for American Chinese cuisine is applied to a few classics. Mining historical Cantonese sweet-and-sour dish recipes for inspiration, Brandon Jew, a founder of the restaurant, and Noah Kopito, the head chef, created a sauce that incorporates pineapple, honey and dried hawthorn berries, which impart an earthy depth of flavor. The chefs use house-fermented Fresno chiles for a hint of heat, but a dab of commercially available sambal oelek will do. This dish can be made with chicken or cauliflower instead of pork; just skip the marinade if using cauliflower.

Provided by Cathy Erway

Categories     dinner, meat, vegetables, main course

Time 2h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

3/4 pound boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/4-inch chunks
3 tablespoons Shaoxing rice wine
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as rice bran or canola
2 teaspoons minced ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/4 cups rice vinegar
1 cup pineapple juice
3/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon dried hawthorn berries (can be purchased in Asian groceries or online)
2 teaspoons sambal oelek
1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 quart neutral oil, such as rice bran, for deep-frying
1 bell pepper (any color), cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 medium yellow onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 ounces fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
Pinch of salt
Steamed rice, for serving
1/3 cup sweet rice flour (preferably Mochiko brand)
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Prepare the pork: Combine the pork with all the marinade ingredients, mixing well. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
  • Make the sweet and sour sauce: Heat the oil, ginger and garlic in a medium saucepan over low heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute, stirring. Add the rice vinegar, pineapple juice, honey, hawthorn berries, sambal oelek and five-spice powder; stir to combine while bringing to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve and discard the solids; return to the saucepan.
  • Reduce the sauce to about 1 ¾ cups over medium-high heat, uncovered, about 5 minutes. Season with ½ teaspoon salt, adding more as desired.
  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water. Bring the sauce up to a boil again, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Stir as it thickens and bubbles, about 1 minute, then remove from heat. (Note: This sauce recipe may produce more than needed for your pork stir-fry; use as much as you desire and the rest can be saved for another use, such as a dipping sauce for crab rangoon.)
  • Prepare to deep-fry: In a large wok (or deep skillet), heat the quart of oil to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the batter; add ½ cup water and whisk to combine. Drain any excess liquid from the marinated pork and discard. Working quickly in two batches, carefully dip each piece of pork into the batter one at a time, shaking off any excess, and drop into the oil. Fry the first batch of pork until golden brown, about 6 to 7 minutes. Using a spider or slotted spoon, transfer the fried pork to a wire rack-lined baking sheet to drain. Repeat with the remaining pork, mixing the batter thoroughly before coating the meat. After frying, carefully discard the oil, reserving 1 tablespoon.
  • Return the reserved 1 tablespoon of oil to the wok or pan and heat over high. Once the oil is popping, about 1 minute, add the bell pepper, onion, pineapple and a pinch of salt. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until the vegetables are lightly charred in spots.
  • Scrape the vegetables into a large bowl and toss with the fried pork and enough sweet and sour sauce to coat (about 1 to 1 ½ cups). Arrange on a serving dish and serve with steamed rice.

CHINESE SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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I grew up on this as a child. My mom made this simple but yummy dish often. We always saved the pickle juice for this recipe. There were never any left overs and we always wanted more! Enjoy!

Provided by Chef lady di

Categories     Pork

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs pork ribs
1 1/2 cups sweet mixed pickle juice
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon soya sauce
1/2 cup chopped sweet pickle
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter and add cut up pork ribs. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Brown.
  • Remove ribs from pan and place in a bean pot.
  • Mix together remaining ingredients in the saucepan and bring to a boil. Turn down heat to medium and simmer until sauce runs clear. Add to ribs.
  • Bake in oven for 2 to 3 hours at 300°F.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 904.5, Fat 60.4, SaturatedFat 22.7, Cholesterol 216.2, Sodium 422.6, Carbohydrate 35, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 29.4, Protein 53.3

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork: Use lean pork shoulder or pork loin for a tender and flavorful dish.
  • Slice the pork thinly: This will help the pork cook evenly and absorb the marinade better.
  • Marinate the pork for at least 30 minutes: This will help tenderize the pork and infuse it with flavor.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade should contain a balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors. Some popular ingredients include soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and garlic.
  • Cook the pork over high heat: This will help create a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
  • Stir-fry the pork in batches: This will prevent the pork from steaming and ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Add the sauce at the end of cooking: This will help prevent the sauce from burning.
  • Serve the pork with rice or noodles: This will make a complete and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

Caribbean sweet and sour pork is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is sweet, sour, and tangy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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