Sweet and Sour Pork: A Classic Chinese Dish

Sweet and sour pork is a classic Chinese dish that is loved by people all over the world. It is made with deep-fried pork that is stir-fried in a sweet and sour sauce. The sauce is typically made with sugar, ketchup, white vinegar, and soy sauce. Additional ingredients such as onions, pineapple, and green peppers are often added to the dish.

Sweet and sour pork is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It is perfect for a weeknight meal or for entertaining guests. Here is a recipe for sweet and sour pork:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the pork, cornstarch, flour, egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the pork.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the pork and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
3. Add the onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened.
4. Add the pineapple chunks, ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
5. Return the pork to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Serve immediately.

Tips:

• For a crispy crust, double-fry the pork. First fry the pork for 2-3 minutes, then remove it from the skillet and let it drain on paper towels. Then, fry the pork again for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
• If you don’t have pineapple, you can substitute another fruit, such as apple, pear, or peach.
• You can adjust the sweetness and sourness of the sauce to your liking. Add more sugar for a sweeter sauce, or more vinegar for a sourer sauce.

Enjoy!