Sweet and sour pineapple pork is a classic Chinese takeout dish that is loved by people of all ages. It is a flavorful and colorful dish that is made with pork, pineapple, bell peppers, and onions. The pork is marinated in a sweet and sour sauce and then fried until it is crispy. The vegetables are also stir-fried and then added to the pork. The dish is served with a side of rice or noodles. This article will provide you with a recipe for sweet and sour pineapple pork that is easy to follow and will produce delicious results.
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CHINESE TAKE-OUT SWEET AND SOUR PORK
Don't be fooled by the list of ingredients this is not at all hard to make, and may even be better than any take-out you may have had in the past! --- for authenticity of this popular dish the pork must be deep-fryed firstly and this may be done well in advance to save time, adjust the chili flakes to suit heat level my family likes spicy so I use 1 teaspoon or a little more --- serve with cooked white rice.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Pork
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Place the cubes pork in a medium bowl, add in 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon sugar and 1 teaspoon soy sauce; using clean hands toss well to combine, then add in 1 egg white and toss once again.
- Mix in chopped green onion; cover and refrigerate for 1 or more hours.
- heat 1 quart of oil to 365 degrees F in a large heavy pot or in an electric deep-fryer.
- Remove the pork from the fridge and toss with 1/2 cup cornstarch.
- fry the pork in hot oil about 8 minutes or until evenly browned (do not over crowd the pot fry in 2 batches or three if necessary) drain on paper towels or on a rack.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large wok over medium heat; stir in bell pepper strips, onion and crushed chil flakes; stir fry until just tender, then season with 1/4 teaspoon sugar and salt to taste; remove from heat and set aside.
- For the sweet and sour sauce; in a large skillet or saucepan combine 1 cup water with 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt, 3/4 cup sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup and 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce; bring to a boil.
- Stir in the cooked pork along with green pepper/onion mixture, pineapple chunks along with the juice from the can; return to a simmer.
- In a small bowl whisk 1/4 cup cold water with 2 tablespoons cornstach until smooth; add into the simmering mixture and cook stirring until bubbly and thickened.
- Sprinkle top with a small amount of sesame seeds if desired, then serve with cooked rice.
CHINESE TAKE-OUT SWEET AND SOUR PINEAPPLE PORK
Make and share this Chinese Take-Out Sweet and Sour Pineapple Pork recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Pork
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a bowl whisk together eggs, salt and 1/2 cup cornstarch, flour, garlic powder (if using) and 1/2 cup chicken stock.
- Add in the pork cubes; toss to coat completely with batter.
- Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the coated cubes into the oil (working in batches) cook about 4-5 minutes or until pork is done; remove with a slotted spoon or strainer to drain.
- Pour off any excess oil leaving just a small amount.
- Saute the green pepper, garlic and carrots until just crisp-tender.
- Add in the pineapple chunks and juice, the remaining 1 cup of chicken broth and vinegar.
- In a small cup dissolve the 2 tablespoons cornstarch in 2 tablespoons cold water, then add to the sauce along with soy sauce; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly (about 1 minute).
- You can place the pork back in the wok to coat and heat in the sauce, or place the pork on a dish and pour the sauce over top, or serve the sauce on the side, the choice is up to you.
- Serve with cooked rice.
SWEET AND SOUR PORK WITH PINEAPPLE
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Put all of the ingredients in a saucepan and stir to mix evenly. Place over medium-high heat.
- Stirring constantly, bring the sauce to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the sauce, continuing to stir, until the texture has turned thick and sticky, about 25 minutes.
- Gather the ingredients.
- Place the pork in a bowl and add both kinds of soy sauce, rice wine, five-spice powder, ground white pepper, and minced garlic; marinate for 10 minutes.
- Add the egg, corn flour, and all-purpose flour into the pork marinade and mix evenly. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Gather the ingredients.
- Heat the oil to 325 F/170 C in a wok or deep saucepan.
- Gently slide in some of the pork tenderloin cubes, without overcrowding, and deep-fry, in batches if necessary, until golden brown in color, stirring occasionally. Make sure the oil comes back up to temperature before each batch.
- Place the cooked pork on a plate lined with a couple of sheets of paper towel.
- Remove all but 1 tablespoon of oil from the wok and stir-fry the garlic and onion over medium-high heat until fragrant.
- Add the bell peppers and pineapple to the wok and stir-fry for a minute or two.
- Return the pork to the wok, along with the sweet and sour sauce, and mix evenly. You can add as much sweet and sour sauce as you prefer.
- Garnish with the sesame seeds . Serve with cooked white rice , if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 129 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 852 mg, Sugar 35 g, Fat 25 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
SWEET AND SOUR PINEAPPLE PORK
Steps:
- Cut pork into bite-size pieces and marinate for 30 minutes in mixture of soy, vermouth, garlic, ginger, and 2 tablespoons oil. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, make the sweet and sour sauce:
- In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients except the cornstarch mixture, blend well and bring to a boil. Add cornstarch mixture. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently until thickened. Be sure and bring your sauce to a boil before adding the cornstarch, otherwise the sauce may retain an unpleasant starchy taste.
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 350 degrees F.
- Remove pork pieces from marinade and roll in cornstarch to coat well. Deep fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
- In a large saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons oil on medium-high heat. Stir-fry red and yellow pepper and diced onion for 2 minutes, then add sweet and sour sauce and fold in fried pork. Let simmer for 2 minutes, arrange on serving platter and garnish with long strips of green onion and toasted sesame seeds.
Tips:
- Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. If using canned pineapple, be sure to drain it well and pat it dry.
- If you don't have cornstarch, you can use all-purpose flour instead. However, cornstarch will give the sauce a thicker, more glossy texture.
- Be careful not to overcook the pork, or it will become tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Serve the sweet and sour pineapple pork with rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
This sweet and sour pineapple pork is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. The combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors is irresistible, and the pork is cooked to perfection. Serve this dish with rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal.
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