Ham And Peppers Stir Fry With Sweet And Sour Sauce

Name: Ham And Peppers Stir Fry With Sweet And Sour Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups diced cooked ham; 2 tablespoons butter (Divided in thirds); 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks (don't drain) or (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits (don't drain); 1 medium onion, peeled cut in half and quartered; 1 medium bell pepper, cored seeded, and cut in 1/2 inch strips (your favorite color); For the Sauce; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2/3 cup chicken broth; 1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar (or 1/3 cup granulated sugar with 1/2 tsp. molasses); 1/3 cup cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Servings: persons

2 cups diced cooked ham
2 tablespoons butter (Divided in thirds)
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks (don't drain) or (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits (don't drain)
1 medium onion, peeled cut in half and quartered
1 medium bell pepper, cored seeded, and cut in 1/2 inch strips (your favorite color)
For the Sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar (or 1/3 cup granulated sugar with 1/2 tsp. molasses)
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce

1
Prepare the sauce by first stirring cornstarch with about 2 or 3 tbs.of the chicken broth in a small bowl.
2
When the cornstarch is dissolved and smooth, stir in the remaining sauce ingredients and set aside.
3
Brown ham in 1/3 of butter over moderately high heat in a skillet or wok until it begins to brown.
4
Remove and set the ham aside.
5
Melt another 1/3 of the butter in the skillet or wok and saute the onions.
6
When they start to soften and turn translucent, add the peppers and the final 1/3 of the butter.
7
When the onions have somewhat browned, add the ham and the pineapple, juice and all.
8
Stir the sauce until smooth again (since the cornstarch tends to settle) and pour into skillet or wok.
9
Increase heat and stir until the sauce begins to bubble.
10
Reduce heat and stir for a minute or two until the cornstarch is fully cooked; if too thick, thin with a little water or broth.
11
Serve over steamed rice as soon as possible. I like to sprinkle some dried hot red pepper flakes over it; I love hot food and this gives the dish some zing!

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups diced cooked ham, 2 tablespoons butter (Divided in thirds), 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks (don't drain) or (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits (don't drain), 1 medium onion, peeled cut in half and quartered, and more.

Yes, Ham And Peppers Stir Fry With Sweet And Sour Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews 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!