SWEET AND SOUR PORK

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Sweet and sour are two of the five flavors of classical Chinese cooking (along with salty, pungent, and bitter). I like this version of the crispy pork recipe with fresh pineapple.

Provided by Diana Kuan

Categories     Fruit Juice     Pork     Stir-Fry     Dinner     Pineapple     Soy Sauce     Dairy Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Serves 4 as part of a multicourse meal

Number Of Ingredients 19

Batter
2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 pound boneless pork loin, cut into1-inch pieces
Sauce
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons fresh pineapple juice, or juice from the canned pineapple, or substitute orange juice
1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 cups peanut or vegetable oil for frying, plus 1 tablespoon for stir-frying
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 cup fresh or canned bite-size pineapple chunks
Special equipment
Instant-read oil thermometer

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare the batter: In a medium bowl, stir together the eggs, cornstarch, and flour. The batter should be liquidy enough to coat the pork. If the batter looks too dry, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water and stir again. Add the pork and stir gently to coat. Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  • 2. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, stir together the water, ketchup, pineapple juice, cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
  • 3. Heat the peanut oil in a wok until it registers 350°F on an instant-read oil thermometer. Working in 2 or 3 batches, add the first batch of pork cubes and fry until golden brown on the outside and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the pork with a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Remove any excess bits of batter from the oil with a slotted spoon or fine-mesh strainer. Continue frying the rest of the pork.
  • 4. Transfer the oil to a heat-proof container. (It will take about 1 hour to fully cool, after which you can transfer it to a container with a tight lid to dispose of it.) Wipe up any food remains in the wok with paper towels, being careful not to touch the metal directly with your hands.
  • 5. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the wok or a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry until just aromatic, about 20 seconds. Add the pineapple and the sauce and stir to coat the vegetables. Let the sauce simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to allow the pineapple to become tender (about 1 minute for canned pineapple). Return pork to the wok and toss until well coated with the sauce. Transfer to a plate and serve.

Waqas 171
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I made this dish in my slow cooker. It turned out perfectly, and it was so easy to do.


Bijay Das
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I used chicken instead of pork in this recipe, and it turned out great. I think chicken works just as well as pork in this dish.


James Jims
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I'm not a fan of bell peppers, so I omitted them from the recipe. The dish was still delicious.


Sujjad Ali
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I love that this recipe uses fresh pineapple. It gives the dish a really bright and refreshing flavor.


Vincent Brennan
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This is the best sweet and sour pork recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect.


Shahzaib Shaikh
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Mazvita Nyandoro
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Jeschand jani
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The pork was so tender and juicy. It melted in my mouth.


Md jahiad khan
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I love the combination of sweet and sour in this dish. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Aqib Aqibali
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This is my go-to recipe for sweet and sour pork. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's so easy to make.


Swaleh Salim
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I'm not a big fan of sweet and sour pork, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and delicious, I couldn't get enough of it.


Sami 111 Sami Rajpoot
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This recipe is easy to follow, and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves sweet and sour pork.


Birendra Bist
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I made this dish for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the sweet and sour sauce, and the pork was cooked perfectly.


Kainathassan Awan
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This is the best sweet and sour pork I've ever had. The sauce was perfect, and the pork was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.


Melody Shonhiwa
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! My family loved it, and I will definitely be making it again.


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