**Homemade Sweet and Sour Pork: A Classic Dish with a Twist**
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade sweet and sour pork, a timeless dish that combines sweet, tangy, and savory notes in perfect harmony. This recipe elevates the classic dish with a delectable homemade sauce made from scratch, using pantry staples like ketchup, pineapple chunks, vinegar, and soy sauce. Savor the crispy texture of the pork coated in a flavorful batter, perfectly complemented by the vibrant and tangy sauce. Alongside the main recipe, discover variations that cater to different preferences, including a vegetarian option with crispy tofu instead of pork, a gluten-free version using almond flour, and a low-carb alternative with a sugar-free sauce. Embark on a culinary journey with this comprehensive guide to homemade sweet and sour pork, offering options for every taste and dietary restriction.
HOMEMADE SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK
I stir up a homemade sauce for this colorful combination of tender meat, crunchy vegetables and tangy pineapple. Serve my sweet-and-sour pork over hot rice, chow mein noodles or both. -Eleanor Dunbar, Peoria, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup and soy sauce. Pour half into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. Set remaining marinade aside., Drain and discard marinade from pork. In a large skillet, cook pork in oil for 3 minutes. Add the onion, carrots, green pepper, garlic and ginger; saute until pork is tender. Add reserved marinade. Bring to a boil; cook for 1 minute. Stir in the pineapple. Serve with rice if desired. Freeze option: Cool pork mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 490mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
QUICK HOMEMADE SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK
Stir up a homemade sweet-and-sour sauce for this colorful combination of tender pork, crunchy vegetables and tangy pineapple. Serve it over hot rice, chow mein noodles or both. -Eleanor Dunbar, Peoria, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup, and soy sauce. Pour half into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. Set remaining marinade aside., Drain and discard marinade from pork. In a large skillet, cook pork in oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on all sides or until meat is lightly browned; drain. Add the onion, carrots, green pepper, and ginger. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until pork is tender. Add reserved marinade. Bring to a boil; cook for 1 minute or until heated through. Stir in pineapple. Serve with rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 603mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
PORK FRIED RICE MEATBALLS WITH HOMEMADE SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE
All the deliciousness of pork fried rice in a portable, bite-sized format. Serve these meatballs with homemade sweet and sour sauce for a fun treat at your next game day party.
Provided by Buckwheat Queen
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Pork
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Combine water and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add rice and carrots. Cook until rice is tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse; set aside to cool. Drizzle tamari and rice vinegar over cooled rice and stir.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine cooked rice mixture, ground pork, peas, green onion, egg, ginger, garlic powder, salt, and white pepper in a large bowl. Mix by hand until just combined; do not overmix. Shape mixture into 25 to 30 golfball-sized meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned on the outside and no longer pink inside, about 22 minutes.
- While meatballs are cooking, combine cornstarch and water in a bowl and whisk well.
- Combine pineapple juice, sugar, white vinegar, and rice vinegar in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Add 1 tablespoon of the mixture to the cornstarch mixture and stir well. Pour cornstarch mixture into the saucepan, whisking constantly. Reduce heat to medium and whisk until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and pour sauce into a deep serving dish.
- Arrange baked meatballs on a serving plate. Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot with sauce on the side or drizzled over meatballs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 491.7 mg, Sugar 21.1 g
Tips:
- To make the pork extra crispy, double-coat it in the cornstarch mixture before frying.
- Use a large wok or skillet to ensure the pork fries evenly and doesn't steam.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the pork, or it will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the pork, or it will not cook evenly.
- For a healthier version, bake the pork instead of frying it.
- Serve the sweet and sour pork with rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
This homemade sweet and sour pork is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover pork. The pork is crispy and flavorful, while the sauce is sweet, sour, and tangy. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make this restaurant-quality dish at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this sweet and sour pork a try. You won't be disappointed!
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