Best 7 Slow Cooked Sweet N Sour Pork Recipes

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Are you craving a flavorful and tangy dish that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than the delectable Slow-Cooked Sweet and Sour Pork recipe featured in this article. This mouthwatering dish combines the perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors, with tender pork coated in a luscious sauce made from pineapple, bell peppers, vinegar, and soy sauce. Prepared in a slow cooker for effortless cooking, this recipe delivers fall-off-the-bone pork that absorbs all the delicious flavors of the sauce.

In addition to the classic Sweet and Sour Pork, this article also presents a tantalizing array of other pork recipes sure to satisfy any palate. From the aromatic Vietnamese Caramel Pork Belly to the hearty and comforting Pork and Potato Stew, each recipe offers a unique culinary experience. Whether you prefer the bold flavors of Korean BBQ Pork or the classic Southern charm of Country-Style Pork Ribs, you'll find a recipe here that will become a new favorite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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Looking for a hearty dinner? Then check out this slow-cooked sweet and sour pork recipe - a delightful meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 6h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lb. boneless pork loin, cut into cubes
1 can (8 oz) pineapple tidbits, in unsweetened juice, undrained
1 medium red or green bell pepper, cut into squares
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/4 cup vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2/3 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
1 1/3 cups water
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • In 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker, combine pork, pineapple, bell pepper, brown sugar, ginger, vinegar and soy sauce; mix well.
  • Cover; cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours.
  • About 25 minutes before serving, cook rice in 1 1/3 cups water as directed on package.
  • About 5 minutes before serving, in small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons water and cornstarch; blend well. Stir into pork mixture in slow cooker. Cover; cook on high setting for an additional 5 minutes or until thickened. Serve pork mixture over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1110 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW-COOKED SWEET 'N' SOUR PORK



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Even though a co-worker gave me this recipe more than 20 years ago, my family still enjoys it today. -Martha Nickerson of Hancock, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
1-1/2 pounds boneless pork loin roast, cut into 1-inch strips
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
Thinly sliced green onions, optional
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Place paprika in a shallow bowl. Add pork, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat. In a nonstick skillet, brown pork in oil in batches over medium-high heat. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. , Drain pineapple, reserving juice; refrigerate the pineapple. Add the pineapple juice, onion, green pepper, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and salt to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into pork mixture. Add pineapple. Cover and cook 30 minutes longer or until sauce is thickened. If desired, sprinkle with green onions and serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SLOW-COOKER SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK



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Chinese food is a big temptation for us, so I lightened up a favorite takeout dish. As the pork cooks, the aroma is beyond mouthwatering. -Elyse Ellis, Layton, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup white vinegar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless pork loin chops, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup chicken broth
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, mix the first 10 ingredients. Stir in pork, onion, green pepper and pineapple. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until pork is tender. , In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and broth until smooth; gradually stir into cooking juices. Cook, covered, on low 15-20 minutes longer or until sauce is thickened. Serve with rice. To make ahead: In a large resealable plastic freezer bag, combine the first 10 ingredients. Add pork, onion, green pepper and pineapple; seal bag, turn to coat, then freeze. To use, place filled freezer bag in refrigerator 48 hours or until contents are completely thawed. Cook as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 705mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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While this quick recipe deviates from the American Chinese restaurant classic that inspired it-pineapple and bell pepper are replaced by carrots and snow peas and the pork is stir-fried rather than deep fried-the ketchup is not a shortcut. In fact, it helps give this dish its signature tanginess.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons sugar, plus a pinch
3 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, thinly sliced
3 scallions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 cups snow peas, cut in half

Steps:

  • Toss the pork with 1/2 tablespoon vinegar and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Mix the remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar, the soy sauce, cornstarch, ketchup, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1/3 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in another bowl.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons peanut oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the pork and slowly stir until it turns mostly opaque, about 2 minutes. Remove the pork with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate. Discard the oil and wipe out the skillet.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon peanut oil in the skillet, then stir-fry the garlic with a pinch each of salt and sugar, 15 seconds. Add the carrots and scallions and stir-fry until crisp-tender, 2 minutes. (Add a little water if the garlic starts to stick to the skillet.) Add the pork, snow peas and soy sauce mixture; stir until the pork is cooked through and the sauce is thickened, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 74 milligrams, Sodium 674 milligrams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 28 grams

SLOW COOKER SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 19m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cubed peeled potatoes (Idaho or Yukon gold)
1 cup chopped onion
3 pound pork roast, trimmed
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup water
1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Salt

Steps:

  • Arrange potatoes and onion in bottom of slow cooker. Place pork on top of potatoes and onion. Spread garlic all over pork.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together water, ketchup, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, mustard, black pepper and salt. Pour mixture over pork.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Slice pork crosswise into thin slices and serve 12 ounces for this meal. Serve with all of potatoes, onions, and sauce.

EASY SLOW COOKER SWEET AND SOUR PORK CHOPS



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Simple sweet and sour topping for slow cooker pork chops.

Provided by Bonnie D

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 4h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pork chops
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons minced onion
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over high heat. Sear the pork chops until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer the pork chops to a slow cooker. Mix the brown sugar, ketchup, onion, and lemon juice in a bowl; spoon over the pork chops.
  • Cook on Low until the pork chops are very tender, 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 75.7 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 225.4 mg, Sugar 17.1 g

SWEET AND SAVORY SLOW COOKER PULLED PORK



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This is a sweet and savory pulled pork that combines many techniques for the best flavor. The slow cooker makes the meat fall off the bone!

Provided by strayredbolt

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     100+ Pulled Pork Recipes

Time 15h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 (4.5 pound) bone-in pork shoulder roast
1 cup root beer
2 ½ tablespoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons ground paprika
½ teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon celery salt
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
1 ½ cups root beer
1 ½ fluid ounces whiskey
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup prepared barbecue sauce
10 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • Place the pork shoulder roast into a large plastic bag, pour 1 cup of root beer over the meat, and squeeze out all the air from the bag. Seal the bag closed, and refrigerate 6 hours to overnight.
  • The next day, mix together the light brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, dry mustard, onion powder, garlic salt, celery salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  • Remove the meat from the marinade, and shake off the excess. Rub the meat all over with the spice mixture, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Mix together the balsamic vinegar, 1 1/2 cups of root beer, whiskey, and brown sugar in a bowl, and stir until the sugar dissolves.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and sear the meat on all sides until the meat develops a brown crust, about 3 minutes per side. Place the seared meat into a slow cooker. Pour the balsamic vinegar-root beer mixture over the meat, set the slow cooker to High, and cook for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Remove the roast from the slow cooker, and shred with 2 forks. Discard the bones and all but 1 cup of the liquid in the slow cooker. Return the shredded meat to the cooker, mix in the barbecue sauce, and let sit on Low until ready to serve. Serve piled on buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 81.4 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 985.4 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

Tips:

  • Use a slow cooker with a capacity of at least 6 quarts to ensure that all the ingredients fit comfortably.
  • To save time, use pre-cut pork tenderloin or pork loin.
  • If you don't have ketchup, you can substitute an equal amount of tomato sauce or tomato paste.
  • For a sweeter sauce, add an extra tablespoon of brown sugar.
  • If you like your sauce with a bit of a kick, add a teaspoon of Sriracha or red pepper flakes.
  • Serve the sweet and sour pork over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooked sweet and sour pork is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this slow-cooked sweet and sour pork a try.

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