SWEET AND SOUR PORK TENDERLOIN

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I thoroughly enjoyed this plate of florescent food, and if you're a fan of the Chinese take-out version, I believe you will enjoy this too.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (1 1/4 pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin
salt and ground black pepper
⅓ cup ketchup
⅓ cup seasoned rice vinegar
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved
2 tablespoons brown sugar
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons hot chili sauce (such as Sriracha®)
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon butter
¼ cup chopped green onion (white part only)
2 tablespoons chopped green onion tops

Steps:

  • Cut tenderloin into 4 pieces. Arrange in a single layer between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet until each is about 1-inch thick. Generously season with salt and black pepper.
  • Whisk ketchup, rice vinegar, reserved pineapple juice, brown sugar, garlic, hot chili sauce, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Place pork in pan; reduce heat to medium. Cook until browned on both sides and cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  • Return skillet to medium heat. Stir butter into hot pan. When butter melts and starts to brown, stir in pineapple chunks. Cook, stirring, until pineapple is golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in ketchup mixture and 1/4 cup green onion (white parts). Reduce heat to low and simmer until garlic and onion have softened, 5 minutes.
  • Return pork to skillet; cook, stirring, until pork is heated through. Garnish with 2 tablespoons green onion tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 81.6 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 515.2 mg, Sugar 19.5 g

Michelle Rathke
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This recipe is terrible. Don't even bother trying it.


Fred Ombongi
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I would not recommend this recipe. It's a waste of time and money.


Tahmidul Hasan Morad
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This dish was a disaster. The pork was tough and the sauce was too sour.


Amir Khan333
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I found this dish to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices next time.


Gchupkr Khan
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This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Dawson ALTERI
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I've been making this dish for years and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.


Saqib Abbasi
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I made this dish for my kids and they loved it. It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Alai Meay
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive meal.


Silva Mods
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet and sour pork, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Dj Tami
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This is the best sweet and sour pork recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Abigail Moyo
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Gabriel Parasram
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This dish is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.


Peggy Ross
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I love this recipe! The pork is so tender and the sauce is amazing. I always get compliments when I make it.


Azan Butt
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This was my first time making sweet and sour pork and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious.


Noman Khan
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is so flavorful and the pork is always cooked perfectly.


Fatu Williams
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This sweet and sour pork tenderloin was a hit with my family! The pork was tender and juicy, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I will definitely be making this again.