Crock Pot Sweet-Sour Pork

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 13
Amazing Crock Pot Sweet-Sour Pork recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

7 hours on low or 3 hours on high

Ready In

7 hours 20 min on low or 3 hours 20 min on high

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs pork shoulder , cut in strips
1 green bell pepper , cut in strips
1/2 medium onion , sliced thinly
3/4 cup carrot , shredded
2 tablespoons sweet pickles , coarsely chopped
1/4 cup brown sugar , packed
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1 can pineapple chunks , drained and juice reserved
1 cup pineapple juice , reserved from the can of pineapple chunks
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
385
Sugar
20g
Fat
17g
Crock Pot Sweet-Sour Pork is an easy-to-prepare dish that is both sweet and savory. It's a classic dish that has a variety of flavors and textures. The pork shoulder is marinated in a delicious pineapple, brown sugar, and soy sauce mixture which makes it very tender. The carrots and green bell peppers add a crunch to every bite while the sweet pickles create a contrast between the sweet and sour flavors of the dish. This dish can be served with rice or noodles and can make a perfect meal for family gatherings, parties, or even a weeknight dinner. The aroma and taste of this dish will make your taste buds dance with joy.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar and cornstarch.
2.Add pork strips, green bell pepper, sliced onions, shredded carrots, and sweet pickles to the bowl and mix well to coat.
3.In another mixing bowl, combine the reserved pineapple juice, cider vinegar, and soy sauce.
4.In a crockpot, arrange the coated meat and vegetables mix.
5.Pour the pineapple juice mixture over the top of the meat and vegetables.
6.Cook on low heat for 7-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours.
7.Serve hot with rice or noodles and garnish with pineapple chunks if desired.

PROS

Crock Pot Sweet-Sour Pork is a flavorful and juicy dish that is easy to prepare and is perfect for a cozy dinner.

The pork is tender and the combination of sweet and sour tastes is amazing.

CONS

This dish is high in sodium because of the soy sauce.

Also, Pork shoulder is high in fat, so it’s not suitable for those who are on a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crock Pot Sweet-Sour Pork is a great source of protein.
The pork shoulder is rich in B vitamins which promote healthy skin and support the nervous system. Carrots in the dish are high in fiber and Vitamin A and C which are essential for good eyesight and immunity.
Adding sweet pickles to the dish aids digestion and helps in maintaining a healthy gut.

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