15-min meal recipe
When a craving for classic Chinese takeout strikes but you don’t feel like waiting for delivery, this easy homemade Sweet and Sour Pork is just what you need. A harmonious balance of savory, sour and sweet is what makes this dish such a beloved favorite, and with my simple recipe you can enjoy that flavor profile on your own schedule. Tender pork is coated in a light batter and fried to crispy perfection before taking a luxurious swim in a vibrant pineapple and tomato sauce. I’m excited to share how you can recreate this favorite using fresher ingredients right in your kitchen.
Servings: 2 people
Ingredients
- 250g pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 100g bell peppers
- 50g pineapple chunks
Sauce
- 30g ketchup
- 20g vinegar
- 20g sugar
- 15g soy sauce
- 10g cornstarch
Now, let’s proceed to the steps:
- Heat some vegetable oil in a frying pan or wok.
- Add the pork pieces and stir-fry until they are lightly browned.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce to make the sauce.
- Add the bell peppers and pineapple chunks to the pan with the pork.
- Pour the sauce over the ingredients in the pan, and stir-fry for a few minutes until the pork is cooked through and the sauce thickens.
