Chinese Take-Out Sweet-And-Sour Pork

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 13
Satisfy your cravings with this Chinese Take-Out Sweet-and-Sour Pork recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb pork tenderloin , cut into bite-sized cubes
1 tablespoon rice wine or 1 tablespoon dry sherry
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon szechwan pepper or 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 -3 cups peanut oil or 2 -3 cups vegetable oil , for frying
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce
1/3 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 egg white
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pinch salt
1 garlic clove , minced
1 green bell pepper , cut into 1-inch squares
1 red bell pepper , cut into 1-inch squares
1 small onion , cut into 1/2-inch slices
5 slices pineapple , cut into 1-inch squares
white rice , # 318419 for serving
2 green onions , thinly sliced , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
635
Sugar
31g
Fat
40g
Chinese takeout is a staple for many people, and sweet-and-sour pork is a popular dish found on many Chinese restaurant menus. This homemade version is crispy, juicy, and features a delicious sweet-tangy sauce. The pork is marinated before being lightly coated in a flour mixture, then deep-fried to a crispy golden perfection. The sauce is made with a blend of ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, chili sauce, and other seasonings. The veggies add a pop of color and nutrition, and the dish is finished off with some chopped green onions. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a weekend dinner with family or friends.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix together the rice wine, 2 tsp soy sauce, and szechwan pepper/black pepper. Add in the pork cubes and marinate for 15 minutes.
2.In another bowl, mix together the ketchup, 1/4 cup sugar, cider vinegar, chicken stock, 1 tbsp soy sauce, dark sesame oil, and chili-garlic sauce.
3.In a shallow dish, lightly beat the egg white and 1 tbsp vegetable oil together. In another dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, and salt.
4.Heat 2-3 cups of peanut oil/vegetable oil in a wok until hot. Dip the marinated pork cubes in the egg white mixture, then coat in the flour mixture. Fry the pork cubes in batches until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
5.In a separate wok, heat a tablespoon of oil over high heat. Stir-fry the garlic, green and red bell peppers, onion, and pineapple for 1-2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, then add in the sauce mixture. Stir until thickened. Add in the fried pork, stirring until the pork cubes are coated in the sauce. Serve with white rice and garnish with green onions.

PROS

This dish has a delectable savory-sweet flavor that is perfect for satisfying your take-out cravings at home.
It is also easy to make and the sauce complements the crispy pork perfectly.

CONS

This dish is not particularly healthy, as it is deep-fried and contains sugar.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not necessarily healthy, it does contain protein from the pork and some nutrients from the veggies. Additionally, the garlic and onions have been linked to immune system benefits and the pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain which may aid in digestion.

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