Cantonese Sweet And Sour Pork Recipe

Name: Cantonese Sweet And Sour Pork Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Pork, Boned; 1/4 c. Cornstarch, For Dredging; 1 whl Green Bell Pepper; 1 whl Carrot, Large; 1 Tbsp. Soy Sauce, Dark; 1/4 c. Sugar; 1/4 c. Vinegar, White Rice Vinegar; 3/4 c. Water Oil For Deep Frying; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Chopped Garlic; 1/2 c. Pineapple Chunks; 2 tsp Cornstarch Mixed With 2 Tbsp Water

Servings: persons

1 lb Pork, Boned
1/4 c. Cornstarch, For Dredging
1 whl Green Bell Pepper
1 whl Carrot, Large
1 Tbsp. Soy Sauce, Dark
1/4 c. Sugar
1/4 c. Vinegar, White Rice Vinegar
3/4 c. Water Oil For Deep Frying
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Chopped Garlic
1/2 c. Pineapple Chunks
2 tsp Cornstarch Mixed With 2 Tbsp Water

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["1.", "Cut the pork into 1"" cubes.", "Dredge the cubes in cornstarch.", "2.", "Cut the pepper into 1"" squares.", "Slice the carrot diagonally into 1/4"" thick pcs.", "3.", "In a bowl combine the soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, and water.", "Cooking: 1.", "Deep fry the pork cubes in very warm oil (375 degrees) till the cubes float.", "Drain the cubes well and place on a serving dish.", "2.", "Heat a wok or possibly skillet over high heat till a drop of water Immediately sizzles into steam.", "3.", "Add in 2 Tbsp.", "of the oil, the salt, and garlic.", "4.", "Stir the garlic till it has become pungent.", "5.", "Add in the pepper, pineapple, and carrot.", "Stir for 2 min or possibly till the color of the pepper and carrot has intensified but not yet reached its peak.", "6.", "Add in the soy sauce mix and stir till boiling.", "7.", "Immediately add in the cornstarch mix and stir till the sauce has thickened.", "8.", "Pour the sauce over the pork and serve immediately."]

836

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Pork, Boned, 1/4 c. Cornstarch, For Dredging, 1 whl Green Bell Pepper, 1 whl Carrot, Large, and more.

Yes, Cantonese Sweet And Sour Pork Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!