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: 2 lbs lean boneless pork shoulder or 2 lbs pork loin; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup pineapple juice; ½ cup water or ½ cup chicken stock or ½ cup chicken broth; ½ cup cider vinegar; ¼ cup packed dark brown sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 ½ cups pineapple chunks; 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced; ¼ cup sliced onion (optional)

Servings: persons

2 lbs lean boneless pork shoulder or 2 lbs pork loin
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup pineapple juice
½ cup water or ½ cup chicken stock or ½ cup chicken broth
½ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ cups pineapple chunks
1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced
¼ cup sliced onion (optional)

1
Cut into 2-inch long 1/2 inch thick strips pork shoulder.
2
In a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the meat in vegetable oil.
3
Remove the meat and drain on paper towels.
4
Add the pineapple juice, water, cider vinegar, dark brown sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce and worcestershire and cook, stirring, until the sauce is slightly thickened and clear.
5
Add the meat, reduce the heat, and simmer, covered, about 1 hour, or untl tender.
6
Add the pineapple chunks, green bell pepper and onion.
7
Cook, uncovered, about 10 minutes.
8
Serve over cooked rice.

842

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Protein

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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: 2 lbs lean boneless pork shoulder or 2 lbs pork loin, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 cup pineapple juice, ½ cup water or ½ cup chicken stock or ½ cup chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Sour Pork 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!

Sweet and Sour Pork

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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