Best 10 Sweet Sour Pork Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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The sweet and sour pork dish is a classic combination of sweet, sour, and tangy flavors that is enjoyed by people all over the world. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great option for those with different dietary preferences. The key to a great sweet and sour pork dish is getting the balance of flavors just right, and this recipe from Tasty will help you do just that.

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SWEET & SOUR PORK RECIPE BY TASTY



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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

2 lb pork shoulder, or pork butt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup green onion
½ cup soy sauce, divided
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for frying
3 eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups cornstarch
1 white onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
8 oz chopped pineapple with syrup
¼ cup vinegar
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup ketchup
4 ½ cups cooked white rice, for serving

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 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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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



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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

HOMEMADE SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK



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I stir up a homemade sauce for this colorful combination of tender meat, crunchy vegetables and tangy pineapple. Serve my sweet-and-sour pork over hot rice, chow mein noodles or both. -Eleanor Dunbar, Peoria, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup cider vinegar
2/3 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 pound boneless pork loin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, cut into chunks
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup and soy sauce. Pour half into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. Set remaining marinade aside., Drain and discard marinade from pork. In a large skillet, cook pork in oil for 3 minutes. Add the onion, carrots, green pepper, garlic and ginger; saute until pork is tender. Add reserved marinade. Bring to a boil; cook for 1 minute. Stir in the pineapple. Serve with rice if desired. Freeze option: Cool pork mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 490mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SWEET & SOUR PORK



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My grandmother made this for me on Valentine's Day when I was a child. Now I make it for my children on Valentine's. I usually make brown rice or rice noodles and add thinly sliced Bok Choy to up the vegetable intake. I've never had leftovers. -Barbara Hinterberger, Buffalo, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced
1 small onion, thinly sliced
2 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 2/3 cup juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, mix water, vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt and reserved pineapple juice until smooth; set aside., Sprinkle pork with paprika. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown pork in oil., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute or until thickened. Add green pepper, onion and pineapple. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 6-8 minutes or until pork is tender. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

TANGY SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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My children always asked for this wonderful and tangy pork dish when they came home from school for the weekend. Today, they still appreciate the stir-fry's comforting flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
3/4 pound pork tenderloin, cut into bite-size pieces
1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving the juice; set pineapple aside. Add enough water to juice to measure 3/4 cup. Combine the cornstarch, soy sauce, honey, bouillon, garlic, pepper and pineapple juice mixture until smooth; set aside. , Heat oil in a large skillet; cook and stir pork and green pepper for 6-8 minutes or until pork is no longer pink and green pepper is crisp-tender. , Stir pineapple juice mixture; add to the skillet with pineapple. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 1061mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR PORK III



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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

1 pound pork butt, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 egg white
2 green onions, chopped
1 quart vegetable oil for frying
½ cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 stalks celery, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
white sugar to taste
salt to taste
1 cup water
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup white sugar
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup ketchup
½ teaspoon soy sauce
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, undrained
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ cup water

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

DELICIOUS SWEET & SOUR PORK



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This is a great recipe I just made it, my family loved it I made it with "Awesome Egg rolls" from this site. I hope people like it

Provided by ChrisM

Categories     Pork

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 lbs pork loin, cut in 2-inch by 1/2 inch strips
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
16 ounces pineapple chunks
1 green pepper
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Put 1 tablespoon vegetable oil into a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add pork and brown.
  • Then add 1/2 cup water, cover and simmer for 45 minutes over medium low heat.
  • While the meat is simmering, drain the pineapple.
  • Save the syrup and set aside in a bowl. Quarter and seed the green pepper and cut into strips.
  • Set the pineapple and pepper aside in a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cornstarch, add the pineapple syrup, vinegar, soy sauce, and salt.
  • Mix well and add to the pork.
  • Cook and stir until the sauce thickens and gets shiny.
  • Add the pineapple and pepper and cook 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat and put in a serving bowl. I am not sure on the cook time, because I was making other stuff also.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.5, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 102.1, Sodium 622, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 30.4, Protein 35.1

Tips:

  • To make the pork extra crispy, double-coat it in cornstarch before frying. This will create a thick, crunchy crust.
  • Be sure to use a neutral-flavored oil for frying, such as vegetable or canola oil. Olive oil will impart a strong flavor to the pork.
  • To make the sauce, use a combination of ketchup, pineapple juice, vinegar, and soy sauce. You can adjust the proportions of each ingredient to taste.
  • If you don't have any fresh pineapple, you can use canned pineapple chunks or crushed pineapple. Be sure to drain the pineapple well before adding it to the sauce.
  • Serve the sweet and sour pork with rice or noodles. You can also garnish it with green onions or sesame seeds.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour pork is a classic Chinese dish that is loved by people of all ages. It is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its sweet, tangy, and crispy flavors, sweet and sour pork is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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