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Sweet & Sour Pork
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Sweet & Sour Pork

By Tasty130 min🍽 6 servings

Skip eating out and make this delectable sweet and sour pork dish at home instead! Tender pork cubes are marinated in a flavorful blend of garlic, pepper, green onions, and soy sauce before being coated in a crispy egg and cornstarch mixture. After being fried to golden perfection, the pork is then tossed in a tangy sauce infused with onions, bell peppers, and pineapple, creating a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors. Served over fluffy rice and garnished with fresh green onions, this dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser. So go ahead and see how easy it is to make this takeaway favorite a

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cube the pork and place in a medium bowl.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat until it reaches 350˚F (180˚C).

  4. 4

    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).

  5. 5

    Fry the pork in the hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    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.

  7. 7

    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.

  8. 8

    Add the pork to the pan and toss to coat evenly.

  9. 9

    Serve the pork over rice and garnish with green onions, if desired.

  10. 10

    Enjoy!

Recipe from tasty.co

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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