Welcome to the ultimate guide to mastering the art of sweet n sour pork stir fry! This popular dish, originating from the flavorful cuisines of China, is well-loved for its tantalizing blend of sweet and tangy flavors, crispy pork, and a vibrant array of colorful vegetables. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this comprehensive article will provide you with everything you need to create a mouthwatering sweet n sour pork stir fry that will impress your family and friends.
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SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK STIR-FRY
Pineapple and soy sauce combine to give this pork stir-fry dish its sweet-sour flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, stir together 1/3 cup pineapple juice, vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water. Season sauce with salt and pepper.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Cook pork, in two batches, until well browned on one side, about 1 minute (pork will cook more later); transfer to a plate.
- To skillet, add scallion whites and bell peppers; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until peppers are crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add pork (along with any juices), broccoli, and pineapple chunks. Whisk sauce; add to skillet. Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring, until broccoli is warmed through, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in scallion greens, and serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 27 g
SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK STIR-FRY
There's no need for takeout when you can do it better-and with this simple stir-fry recipe, you'll top anything that comes in little white box. Slices of pork tenderloin, cuts of fresh broccoli and bell pepper are tossed in a scratch-made-easy sweet-and-sour sauce for a dinner that's ready in a flash.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In 2-cup glass measuring cup, mix chicken broth, reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar and cornstarch; set aside.
- In large 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Season pork with salt and pepper. Add to skillet; cook without stirring 2 minutes. Stir occasionally 1 to 3 minutes longer or until browned; transfer to plate, and keep warm.
- Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to skillet; stir in broccoli and peppers. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Return pork and juices to skillet. Stir in garlic and gingerroot; cook about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Stir chicken broth mixture, and pour into skillet; heat to simmering. Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until pork is cooked through and sauce is thickened. Stir in reserved pineapple chunks, and garnish with green onions before serving. Serve with cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1070 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g
SWEET AND SOUR PORK RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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!
SWEET 'N' SOUR PORK STIR-FRY
For easy preparation, purchase shredded carrots in the produce department of your grocery store.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic and reserved pineapple juice until blended; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry onion and red pepper in 2 tablespoons oil for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, stir-fry pork in remaining oil for 3-4 minutes or until no longer pink., Stir soy sauce mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the carrots, onion mixture and reserved pineapple; heat through. Serve with rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 500mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SWEET N' SOUR PORK STIR-FRY FROM LIGHT & TASTY
A quick and low fat version of a favorite. This was taken from the Light and Tasty magazine. You can serve it with Uncle Ben's brown rice for an even healthier choice.
Provided by nicoleingermantown
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, brown sugar blend, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic and reserved pineapple juice until blended; set aside.
- In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry onion and red pepper in 2 tablespoons oil for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, stir-fry pork in remaining oil for 3-4 minutes or until no longer pink.
- Stir soy sauce mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir in the carrots, onion mixture and reserved pineapple, heat through.
- Serve with rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.2, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 57, Sodium 562.7, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 9.4, Protein 20.2
SWEET AND SOUR PORK III
My husband's grandmother was Chinese. She taught me this one. This is the way Gramma made Sweet and Sour all her life (she died 6 years ago at age 94). The secret is apple cider vinegar.
Provided by PAM_1
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 2h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Place cubed pork in a medium bowl, and season with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon soy sauce. Mix in the egg white and green onions. Cover, and place in the refrigerator at least 1 hour.
- Heat 1 quart oil to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C) in a large, heavy saucepan or deep fryer.
- Coat the pork with 1/2 cup cornstarch, and fry in the heated oil about 10 minutes, until evenly browned. Drain on paper towels.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok over medium heat. Stir in the celery, green bell pepper, and onion, and cook until tender. Season with salt and sugar. Remove from heat, and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, mix 1 cup water, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 3/4 cup sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, and 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce. Bring to a boil, and stir in the cooked pork, celery mixture, and the pineapple chunks with juice. Return to boil, and mix in 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1/4 cup water to thicken. Cook until well blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 663.1 calories, Carbohydrate 74.7 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 1085.4 mg, Sugar 52.3 g
SWEET AND SOUR PORK
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
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
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
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.
EASY SWEET AND SOUR PORK
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
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 PORK STIR FRY
Make and share this Sweet Pork Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Parsley
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pork in oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok until just browned.
- Stir in onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until onions are soft.
- Stir in asparagus and carrots and cook until asparagus and carrots are tender-crisp.
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, water, honey, and cornstarch. Pour into skillet ans continue to cook until sauce thickens.
- Serve over hot cooked rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.7, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 71.4, Sodium 1097.9, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 21.3, Protein 27.1
SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK STIR-FRY
We like this recipe because the pork is not battered and deep fried. Uses a light coating of cornstarch and lightly stir-fried in a little oil.
Provided by TXOLDHAM
Categories Pineapple
Time 46m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Dredge pork in cornstarch. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in wok or large skillet over medium-high heat; stir-fry pork in batches, 3 minutes or until browned. Remove pork from wok or skillet and set aside.
- Drain pineapple tidbits, reserving 1/4 cup juice. Add reserved juice and soy sauce to wok, stirring to loosen browned particles.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil to wok and stir-fry pineapple, bell peppers and green onions 5 minutes or until peppers are tender (careful to not over-cook).
- Stir together hoisin sauce and garlic-chili sauce and add to wok. Add pork and stir-fry 5 minutes.
- Serve over rice and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
SWEET & SOUR PORK RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: pork shoulder, garlic, black pepper, green onion, soy sauce, vegetable oil, eggs, cornstarch, white onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, chopped pineapple with syrup, vinegar, sugar, ketchup, cooked white rice
Provided by Jordan Kenna
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cube the pork and place in a medium bowl.
- Add the garlic, pepper, green onions, and ¼ cup soy sauce. Toss to coat the pork. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat until it reaches 350˚F (180˚C).
- Add the eggs and cornstarch to 2 separate small bowls. Coat the pork in the egg, then in the cornstarch. fry until crispy and golden (about 2 minutes).
- Fry the pork in the hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a clean large pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell peppers and sauté until tender.
- Once the vegetables are tender, add the pineapple and syrup. Stir for 30 seconds, then add the vinegar, remaining ¼ cup soy sauce, sugar, and ketchup. Stir constantly for 3-4 minutes, until the liquid evaporates and the sauce thickens.
- Add the pork to the pan and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve the pork over rice and garnish with green onions, if desired.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 737 calories, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 16 grams
SWEET 'N' SOUR CASHEW PORK
A simple homemade sauce blends the tangy flavors in this stir-fry. Ginger, garlic and pineapple give it a traditional taste, and snow peas, green onion and cashews add a little crunch.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch and sherry until smooth; add pork and toss to coat. In another bowl, combine sugar and remaining cornstarch. Stir in the water, vinegar, soy sauce and ketchup until smooth; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry pork in hot oil until no longer pink. Add the cashews, onions, ginger and garlic; stir-fry for 1 minute. Add peas and pineapple; stir-fry 3 minutes longer or until peas are crisp-tender. , Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Serve with rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 714mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- To make the pork extra crispy, double-coat it in cornstarch and fry it at a high temperature.
- Use fresh pineapple chunks for the best flavor. If using canned pineapple, be sure to drain it well.
- Add a tablespoon of rice vinegar to the sauce for a tangy flavor.
- Serve the stir-fry over steamed rice or noodles.
Conclusion:
Sweet and sour pork stir-fry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork is crispy and flavorful, the sauce is tangy and sweet, and the vegetables are tender and crunchy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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