Chinese Sweet 'N Sour Beef Recipe

Name: Chinese Sweet 'N Sour Beef Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound top round steak, 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick or possibly pound boneless pork; Natural meat tenderizer; 5 tbsp. oil; 1 lg. onion, cut in wedges; 1 (8 1/2 ounce.) can water chestnuts, liquid removed and sliced; 1 green pepper, cut in squares; 1 (13 1/2 ounce.) can pineapple chunks, undrained; 2 tbsp. catsup; 1 tbsp. wine vinegar; 2 tbsp. soy sauce; 2 1/2 teaspoon sugar, or possibly to taste; 1 tbsp. cornstarch; 3 tbsp. cool water; 2 hard ripe tomatoes, cut in eights; Warm cooked rice

Servings: persons

1 pound top round steak, 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick or possibly pound boneless pork
Natural meat tenderizer
5 tbsp. oil
1 lg. onion, cut in wedges
1 (8 1/2 ounce.) can water chestnuts, liquid removed and sliced
1 green pepper, cut in squares
1 (13 1/2 ounce.) can pineapple chunks, undrained
2 tbsp. catsup
1 tbsp. wine vinegar
2 tbsp. soy sauce
2 1/2 teaspoon sugar, or possibly to taste
1 tbsp. cornstarch
3 tbsp. cool water
2 hard ripe tomatoes, cut in eights
Warm cooked rice

1
Trim excess fat from beef.
2
Prepare meat, one side at a time, with meat tenderizer as follows: thoroughly moisten meat with water.
3
Sprinkle tenderizer as proportionately as salt over entire surface.
4
Pierce meat at 1/2 inch intervals.
5
With sharp knife, cut beef diagonally across grain into thin slices.
6
In wok or possibly large skillet.
7
Heat 3 Tbsp.
8
oil till warm, but not smoking.
9
Quickly brown beef on high heat, stirring rapidly 3-4 min.
10
Remove meat and drippings to platter.
11
Heat remaining 2 Tbsp.
12
oil in skillet.
13
Add in onion, water chestnuts, and green pepper, stir fry till tender, about 3 min.
14
Add in undrained pineapple, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar; heat to boiling.
15
Mix cornstarch in cool water till smooth.
16
Add in to sauce.
17
In skillet and heat, stirring till sauce clears and thickens.
18
Return meat and drippings to skillet; add in tomatoes.
19
Heat through.
20
Serve over warm cooked rice.

543

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Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound top round steak, 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick or possibly pound boneless pork, Natural meat tenderizer, 5 tbsp. oil, 1 lg. onion, cut in wedges, and more.

Yes, Chinese Sweet 'N Sour Beef 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!