Best 10 Easy Sweet And Sour Sauce For Chicken Or Pork Recipes

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When it comes to Asian cuisine, the sweet and sour sauce holds a prominent place. Its delectable flavor profile, characterized by the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and tangy notes, has made it a favorite among food lovers worldwide. Whether you prefer chicken or pork, this versatile sauce can transform ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dish. With its ability to enhance the flavors of meat and vegetables alike, it is an excellent choice for creating a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN



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This a really easy recipe that the whole family will enjoy! Serve over rice.

Provided by wmbloomer

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 celery ribs, sliced
2 green bell peppers, diced
1 onion, chopped
½ cup ketchup
½ cup lemon juice
½ cup crushed pineapple with syrup
⅓ cup packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
  • Roll and coat chicken cubes in flour mixture.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until not longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes; remove and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook and stir celery, green peppers, and onion in heated oil until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the skillet.
  • Whisk ketchup, lemon juice, pineapple, and brown sugar in a bowl; pour into the skillet; bring to a boil.
  • Cook and stir chicken and vegetables in sauce until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 870.1 mg, Sugar 31.6 g

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!

EASY SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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This is a quick-and-easy recipe - and it comes in mighty handy at the end of a busy work day! I enjoy collecting cookbooks and am always looking for new ideas. I found this one in a magazine, and my family really liked it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks in natural juices, liquid drained and reserved
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon vinegar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound boneless pork loin, cut into thin strips
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 medium carrots, sliced thin
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
1 green or sweet red pepper, sliced thin
2 cups snow peas, trimmed

Steps:

  • Combine 3 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice with water, cornstarch, soy sauce, vinegar and pepper flakes. Set aside. , In a skillet or wok, heat oil on high. Stir-fry pork until it is no longer pink. Add garlic and ginger; cook 1 minute. Add carrots and onion; continue to stir-fry until tender, about 3 minutes. Add pepper, snow peas, pineapple and soy sauce mixture that has been stirred. Cook until sauce thickens. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

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 SAUCE I



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An excellent, traditional sweet and sour sauce. It is great served with meatballs, with tempura, or even over rice!

Provided by NAG_CA

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 12m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup white sugar
⅓ cup white vinegar
⅔ cup water
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Place the sugar, vinegar, water, soy sauce, ketchup and cornstarch in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil. Stir continuously until the mixture has thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 236.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

EASY SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE FOR CHICKEN OR PORK



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There are 104 recipes for sweet and sour sauce on the Zaar, but none like this one. Lightly battered chicken or pork chunks, green pepper, onions, thinly sliced carrots, and pineapple chunks served with the sauce over rice make a complete meal.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 1/2 cup, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup rice vinegar (do not substitute for best results)
4 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch
4 teaspoons water

Steps:

  • Mix the vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, and soy sauce together and bring to a boil in a small pot. Mix together the cornstarch and water, add to the other ingredients and stir to thicken.
  • For a thicker sauce, increase the cornstarch to 5 teaspoons.

SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN (OR PORK)



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I learned this recipe from my mom and I still love it! While it does take some time to make, the outcome is just as good as take-out! You will need a Fry Daddy or a frying pan with oil in order to fry the meat. Put enough oil in the frying pan so that the meat can float to the top.

Provided by NHNichole

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 chicken breasts or 4 boneless pork chops (I usually guess on the amount I need depending on how many people will be eating)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup margarine
1/2 cup onion
1/2 cup green pepper
1/2 cup carrot, sliced
3/4 cup ketchup
1 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup pineapple chunk
1 dash ground ginger

Steps:

  • Frying the chicken (or pork): Cut up chicken (or pork) into small pieces.
  • Mix breading ingredients (it will be runny).
  • Dip each piece of meat into the breading then place into the oil until it turns brown.
  • Make sure the meat has enough time to cook before removing it.
  • Drain the fried chicken (or pork) and set aside, or place a cover over them to keep them warm.
  • Sauce: Melt the margarine in a frying pan, and add the onion, green pepper and sliced carrots.
  • I often add other peppers or snow peas as well.
  • Once the veggies are cooked stir in the rest of the ingredients EXCEPT the pineapple.
  • Cook until it boils and add cornstarch if it is too runny.
  • Finally add the Pineapple for the last 5 min.
  • of cooking time.
  • Finally: Serve over rice if desired.

SIMPLE SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE



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This is a simple sweet and sour sauce with nice depth of flavor. You can use it for marinating chicken and pork or for a dipping sauce. Goes great with meatballs for something a little different. For a zesty kick, add some bottled hot pepper sauce.

Provided by MURDOCH

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks with juice
¾ cup water
¼ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup ketchup
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Stir pineapple chunks with juice, 3/4 cup water, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce together in a saucepan; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer until the pineapple is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Pour pineapple mixture into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Return mixture to saucepan and bring to a simmer.
  • Whisk cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water together in a bowl until smooth; stir into the sauce. Increase heat to medium. Cook and stir sauce until thick, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 71.3 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

LINDA'S SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE



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My mother-in-law gave me the best recipe for sweet and sour sauce that I've ever tried. We like it best on meatballs, but it's also good on leftover cooked chicken or roast pork, and my children even like it on chopped-up hotdogs ! My husband prefers it to be served with mashed potatoes on the side, so he can scoop some of the sauce over them.

Provided by Terri Newell

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup water
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Combine water and white sugar in saucepan, bring to a boil.
  • Add ketchup, return to boil.
  • Dissolve cornstarch in cold water.
  • Add cornstarch mixture to boiling mixture slowly, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat and continue stirring until thickened.
  • note- this makes a fairly thick sauce.
  • If you prefer a runnier consistency, use less cornstarch.

SWEET AND SOUR PORK/CHICKEN



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This is one of the most popular dish on our menu...right up there with General Tso's. The sauce in our version is not super sweet so adjust the amount of sugar to your taste.

Provided by NavyDoc13

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon chinese rice wine or 1 tablespoon dry sherry
3/4 lb boneless pork, cut into 3/4 " pieces or 3/4 lb dark chicken meat, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/3 cup distilled white vinegar
1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce
1 egg, lightly beaten
cornstarch
cooking oil, for deep frying
1/2 cup onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
3/4 cup pineapple chunk
1 small bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks

Steps:

  • Combine 2 tbs soy sauce, 1 tbs rice wine, and meat in a bowl. Stir to coat & let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  • Mix in a small bowl, vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, water, 1 tbs cornstarch, 2 tsp soy sauce, and chili garlic sauce. Set aside.
  • Remove meat from marinade. Dip meat in egg wash, drain excess, then dredge in cornstarch and shake off the excess.
  • In a wok or deep fryer, heat oil to 360 degrees. Fry meat a few pieces at a time to not drop temperature, turning occasionally until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towel. Repeat process for remaining meat pieces.
  • Sautee onions and bell peppers until onions are translucent, add sauce, cook sauce over medium-high heat, stirring, until boils and thickens then stir in pineapples and meat. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Place meat on a bed of rice & top with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.1, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 109.9, Sodium 911.4, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 29.4, Protein 19.8

Tips:

  • For a thicker sauce, use less water or add a cornstarch slurry.
  • To make the sauce spicier, add more cayenne pepper or chili sauce.
  • For a sweeter sauce, add more brown sugar or pineapple juice.
  • This sauce can be used as a marinade for chicken or pork before cooking.
  • Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Conclusion:

This easy sweet and sour sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is perfect for chicken, pork, fish, and vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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