Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe | Classic Chinese Takeout at Home

Sweet and Sour Pork is one of the most popular dishes from Chinese cuisine, loved for its bold flavors, crispy pork, and vibrant sauce. Today, we'll show you how to make this iconic dish easily at home, capturing all the deliciousness you crave from your favorite Chinese restaurant.

Ingredients You'll Need

For the Pork:

• 500g pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 1 egg

• 1/2 cup cornstarch

• 1/2 cup flour

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Oil for deep frying

For the Sauce:

• 1/2 cup ketchup

• 1/4 cup rice vinegar

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)

For the Stir-Fry:

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 1 green bell pepper, chopped

• 1 cup pineapple chunks

• 1 onion, chopped

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Pork

Season the pork pieces with salt and pepper. In a bowl, whisk the egg. Dip each pork piece in the egg, then dredge in a mixture of cornstarch and flour. Deep-fry the pork in hot oil until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

2. Make the Sauce

In a small saucepan, mix ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens. Set aside.

3. Stir-Fry the Vegetables

In a large pan, heat a little oil. Stir-fry the onions and bell peppers for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender. Add the pineapple chunks and toss briefly.

4. Combine Everything

Add the fried pork pieces to the pan. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over and toss everything together until well coated.

5. Serve

Serve hot with steamed rice.

Tips for Best Results

• Cut the pork into even-sized pieces for uniform cooking.

• Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.

• Adjust the sauce sweetness or tanginess to your preference.

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Mastering Sweet and Sour Pork at home is the first step to experiencing the vibrant and diverse world of Chinese cuisine. Happy cooking!