Sweet And Sour Pork Recipe

Name: Sweet And Sour Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, divided; 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice, undrained; 9 tablespoons fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth, divided {Check for Gluten}; 1/4 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons cider vinegar; 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce {Check for Gluten}; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup); 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup); 1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained; 3 cups hot cooked brown or white rice; 1 green onion, cut diagonally into thin slices (optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, divided
1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice, undrained
9 tablespoons fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth, divided {Check for Gluten}
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce {Check for Gluten}
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
3 cups hot cooked brown or white rice
1 green onion, cut diagonally into thin slices (optional)

1
Combine first 3 ingredients and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
2
Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. Combine reserved juice, 6 tablespoons stock, ketchup, next 3 ingredients, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper in a small bowl, stirring until sugar dissolves. Combine cornstarch and remaining stock in another small bowl.
3
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry pork mixture in hot oil 5 minutes or until pork is done. Remove pork from pan; keep warm. Add onion, bell peppers, and water chestnuts to pan; stir-fry 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add ketchup mixture. Bring to a boil; stir in cornstarch mixture, pineapple chunks, and pork mixture with any accumulated juices. Cook 2 minutes or until sauce thickens. Serve immediately over rice. Garnish with green onion slices, if desired.

1218

kcal

Calories

Fat

158

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch pieces, 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, divided, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Sour Pork 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.

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Sweet And Sour Pork

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