Best 3 Air Fryer Sweet And Sour Pork Recipes

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**Satisfy your taste buds with a delectable culinary journey to the orient with our comprehensive guide to preparing Sweet and Sour Pork in the convenience of your air fryer.**

Indulge in a symphony of flavors as you explore a diverse selection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the traditional Cantonese-style Sweet and Sour Pork, characterized by its vibrant red sauce and tender pork morsels, to innovative takes like the Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Pork with Pineapple, bursting with tropical sweetness, our collection caters to every palate.

For those seeking a healthier alternative, we present the Air Fryer Baked Sweet and Sour Pork, where lean pork tenderloin is coated in a delectable sweet and sour sauce, resulting in a guilt-free indulgence. And for those with limited time, our Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Pork Express offers a speedy yet equally satisfying option, utilizing pre-cooked pork strips for a hassle-free meal.

Whichever recipe you choose, embark on a culinary adventure that promises an explosion of flavors, textures, and aromas. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and create a memorable dining experience with our curated collection of Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Pork recipes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

AIR FRYER CHINESE SWEET AND SOUR PORK



Air Fryer Chinese Sweet and Sour Pork image

Skip takeout and make your own sweet and sour pork at home. I like to toss some egg rolls in the air fryer while it is hot so that the meal has that full Chinese takeout feel to it. Serve over rice if desired.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ pounds pork cutlets, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sesame oil
nonstick cooking spray
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup rice vinegar
4 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Place pork, cornstarch, and sesame oil in a bowl and toss to coat. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray. Place pork in the basket of the air fryer and spray top of pork with cooking spray.
  • Cook for 10 minutes. Shake the basket and cook pork until desired crispness, about 10 minutes more.
  • While the pork is cooking, combine sugar, vinegar, ketchup, and soy sauce in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk constantly until sugar is dissolved and mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and keep sauce warm until ready to use.
  • Transfer pork to a bowl. Pour sauce on top of the pork and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Cholesterol 94.7 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 683.1 mg, Sugar 16 g

AIR FRYER SWEET AND SOUR PINEAPPLE PORK



Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Pineapple Pork image

This air-fryer pork is a great dish to make on a weeknight, and it's special enough for company. The recipe starts with pork tenderloin, which is quick to cook and economical compared to many meats, and it tastes delicious. -Leigh Rys, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each), halved
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 8 ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally., Preheat air fryer to 350°. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Place pork on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until pork begins to brown around edges, 7-8 minutes. Turn; pour 1/4 cup sauce over pork. Cook until a thermometer inserted into pork reads at least 145°, 10-12 minutes longer. Let pork stand 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with remaining sauce. If desired, top with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 985mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (68g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

AIR-FRYER SWEET AND SOUR PORK



Air-Fryer Sweet and Sour Pork image

Whether you're serving a party of two or making a bigger batch for company, you'll find this air-fryer sweet and sour pork a succulent choice. —Leigh Rys, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pork tenderloin (3/4 pound), halved
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Sliced green onions, optional
Cooking spray

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the first 8 ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally., Preheat air fryer to 350°. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Place pork on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until pork begins to brown around edges, 7-8 minutes. Turn; pour 2 tablespoons sauce over pork. Cook until a thermometer inserted into pork reads at least 145°, 10-12 minutes longer. Let pork stand 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with remaining sauce. If desired, top with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 985mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (69g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

Tips:

  • To make the sweet and sour sauce, you can use store-bought or homemade sauce. If using store-bought, choose a brand that you like the taste of.
  • If you are using homemade sauce, be sure to cook it for at least 10 minutes over medium heat to allow the flavors to meld.
  • To make the pork, you can use boneless, skinless pork loin or pork tenderloin. Cut the pork into 1-inch cubes.
  • Be sure to coat the pork in cornstarch before frying. This will help to create a crispy coating.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket when cooking the pork. This will prevent the pork from cooking evenly.

Conclusion:

Air fryer sweet and sour pork is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork is crispy and tender, and the sweet and sour sauce is tangy and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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