Best 6 Sweet And Sour Pepper Pork Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our delectable Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork, a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. This classic dish, with its origins in Chinese cuisine, is a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, featuring tender pork coated in a glossy, tangy sauce. Served alongside an array of colorful bell peppers, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

**Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork: A Culinary Journey Through Flavors**

Our collection of Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork recipes offers a diverse range of culinary experiences, catering to various preferences and skill levels. From traditional Chinese techniques to modern interpretations, these recipes guide you through the art of creating this beloved dish. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking a new adventure, we have a recipe that will ignite your passion for cooking.

**1. Classic Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork:**

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Chinese cuisine with this classic Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork recipe. This traditional dish features tender pork marinated in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, rice wine, and spices, then coated in a glossy, tangy sauce made with vinegar, sugar, and ketchup. Served with an array of colorful bell peppers, this recipe promises an explosion of flavors and textures.

**2. Crispy Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork:**

Elevate your Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork experience with this crispy variation. The pork is coated in a crispy batter before being stir-fried until golden brown. The result is a delightful combination of crispy exterior and tender, juicy interior. Paired with the tangy sauce and crunchy bell peppers, this recipe is sure to become a favorite among family and friends.

**3. Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork:**

For those who prefer a hassle-free cooking method, our Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork recipe is the perfect choice. Simply combine all the ingredients in your slow cooker and let it work its magic. The slow cooking process infuses the pork with incredible flavor, resulting in a tender and succulent dish that will satisfy your cravings.

**4. Vegan Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork:**

Catering to vegan and vegetarian preferences, this Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork recipe offers a plant-based twist on the classic dish. Tofu or tempeh is marinated and cooked to perfection, then coated in a tangy sauce made with plant-based ingredients. Served with bell peppers and other vegetables, this recipe delivers a delicious and cruelty-free meal.

**5. Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork:**

If you're looking for a healthier alternative, our Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork recipe has you covered. The pork is coated in a flavorful marinade and cooked in an air fryer until crispy and tender. With minimal oil and reduced calories, this recipe allows you to enjoy your favorite dish without compromising on taste or health.

No matter your culinary skills or dietary preferences, our collection of Sweet and Sour Pepper Pork recipes offers something for everyone. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a unique and unforgettable dining experience. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK



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After my sister moved away to the university, I used to visit her on weekends. She often made this wonderful and tangy pork dish. Now, every time I make it for my family, it reminds me of those special visits. Everyone who tries it loves it. -Cherry Williams, St. Albert, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 can (14 ounces) pineapple tidbits
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-1/2-inch x 1/4-inch strips
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 green pepper, cut into thin strips
Hot cooked rice
Sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, brown sugar, salt, ginger and pepper. Stir in the water, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce and reserved juice until smooth., In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry pork and onion in oil for 4-8 minutes or until tender. Stir pineapple juice mixture; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Add green pepper and reserved pineapple. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Serve with rice and if desired, sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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Pork is stir-fried with peppers, carrots, onions and pineapple in this version of the classic dish. Easy to make, and delicious.

Provided by Kikkoman

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kikkoman

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon Kikkoman Soy Sauce
1 pound boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 onion, chunked
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
1 cup Kikkoman Sweet & Sour Sauce
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained

Steps:

  • Blend cornstarch and soy sauce in small bowl; stir in pork until well coated.
  • Brown pork in hot oil in Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in 1/4 cup water. Cover and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir carrots, onion, bell pepper and sweet & sour sauce into pork mixture. Simmer, covered, 10 minutes longer, stirring frequently.
  • Add pineapple chunks; cook and stir only until pineapple is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 53.6 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 669.7 mg, Sugar 25.8 g

SWEET AND SOUR PEPPER PORK



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Cubed pork loin is sauteed with bell peppers, onions, and garlic in a thick sweet and sour sauce. Serve over rice for a quick and delicious meal.

Provided by FURFNSLO

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds pork loin, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 teaspoon Kosher salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 green bell pepper, sliced
½ onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup white wine
¼ cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 ½ tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Place the pork in the oil and sprinkle with salt. Fry for 5 to 10 minutes, or until brown on all sides. Remove the pork from the oil, cover with foil to keep warm, and set aside.
  • In the same skillet over medium heat melt the butter. Mix in the bell pepper, onion, and garlic and saute for 5 minutes. Stir in the flour and sugar and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the wine, vinegar, and water. Mix in the soy sauce, ketchup, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. Return the pork pieces to the skillet and stir until well combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Cholesterol 83.6 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 923 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

SWEET AND SOUR PORK RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: pork, salt, corn flour, egg, corn flour, oil, oil, garlic, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, pineapple, white caster sugar, rice vinegar, ketchup

Provided by Evelyn Liu

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ lb pork, chopped into bite size pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon corn flour
1 egg
1 cup corn flour
2 ½ cups oil
2 tablespoons oil
2 teaspoons garlic, crushed
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ red bell pepper, chopped
⅔ cup pineapple
¼ cup white caster sugar
¼ cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons ketchup

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine all marinade ingredients with the pork. Cover and leave to marinade in the fridge 20 minutes.
  • Place the corn flour in a large bowl and toss the marinated pork chunks until liberally coated.
  • In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the oil to 350˚F (180°C).
  • Deep fry the pork pieces for about 3-4 minutes until the coating is golden brown and the pork is cooked throughout. Set aside.
  • For the sauce, place a frying pan over a medium heat and add the oil.
  • Sauté the garlic until fragrant, then fry the peppers until soften.
  • Add in the pineapple and warm thorough.
  • Add the sugar, vinegar, and ketchup, stir. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Add the pork to the frying pan and coat everything evenly with the sauce.
  • Serve top with sesame seeds.
  • Nutrition Calories: 2299 Fat: 220 grams Carbs: 55 grams Fiber: 3 grams Sugars: 44 grams Protein: 35 grams
  • Enjoy!

SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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This is my simple and healthy version of sweet and sour pork and will be unlike anything you would have tasted in a Chinese restaurant. I hope it's one you will love to cook time and time again. Instead of the crunchy batter, the crunchy roasted soya beans give texture and flavor. Roasted soya beans can be found in supermarkets and health food shops, but if you can't find them, crush some dry-roasted peanuts instead.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

3 tablespoons roasted whole soya beans (soy) or dry-roasted peanuts*
1 teaspoon crushed dried chiles
Freshly cracked white pepper
4 ounces pineapple juice
4 ounces canned pineapple
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 pork loin steaks (chops), trimmed of fat
2 tablespoons groundnut oil (peanut)
Light soy sauce
Splash Shaohsing rice wine or dry sherry
Freshly cracked white pepper
Cooked rice
Choi Sum Salad, recipe follows, for service
7 ounces Choi Sum leaves (flowering Chinese cabbage) or baby bok choy, washed, trimmed and sliced
4 ounces sugar snap peas, washed
2 large carrots, julienned
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
8 ounces canned pineapple, sliced
2 spring onions (green), finely sliced
2 to 3 tablespoons groundnut (peanut) or olive oil
7 tablespoons pineapple juice
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or cider vinegar
Pinch freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • To make the coating: Add the soya beans, dried chiles, and white pepper to a grinder and whiz until coarsely ground. Transfer the mixture to a shallow bowl.
  • To make the sauce: Put the pineapple juice, pineapple, and lime juice into a blender, and whiz to a paste.
  • To make the pork: Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, bash the pork steaks until they are half their thickness. Press the pork steaks into the spice mix, pressing down so that the mixture sticks to the meat, turn and coat the other side.
  • Heat a wok or pan over a high heat, and add the groundnut oil. Add the pork steaks to the hot oil, and cook for 2 minutes, or until browned. Turn them over and cook the other side for 2 minutes, or until they are fully cooked. Remove the pork steaks from the wok, and set them aside in a warm place.
  • Pour the sweet and sour sauce into the wok, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced and thickened naturally. Season further, if required, with light soy sauce, rice wine and pepper.
  • Serve the sauce poured over the chops with a side of rice and Choi Sum Salad.
  • To make the choi sum: Toss the choi sum leaves, sugar snap peas, carrots, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, pineapple, and spring onions together in a large serving bowl.
  • To make the dressing: Mix the groundnut oil, pineapple juice, light soy sauce, rice vinegar, and black pepper in a small bowl, and stir well. Then, pour the dressing mixture over the salad just before serving. Toss well, and serve immediately.

SWEET AND SOUR PORK



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 42m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 60

1/2 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup water
4 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons sherry
2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
1 pound lean pork shoulder, cubed
2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
1 green bell pepper, stemmed and seeded, cut into strips
1/2 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 cups cubed pineapple
Steamed white basmati rice, accompaniment
1/4 cup chopped toasted macadamia nuts, garnish
1/4 cup chopped green onions, garnish
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup water
4 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons sherry
2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
1 pound lean pork shoulder, cubed
2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
1 green bell pepper, stemmed and seeded, cut into strips
1/2 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 cups cubed pineapple
Steamed white basmati rice, accompaniment
1/4 cup chopped toasted macadamia nuts, garnish
1/4 cup chopped green onions, garnish
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, water, soy sauce, pepper flakes, and sesame oil. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add the ginger and garlic, and cook, stirring, for 15 seconds. Add the pineapple juice mixture and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • In a bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the sherry. Add to the simmering sauce and whisking constantly. Reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Season the pork with the Essence. In a wok or large saute pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over high heat, swirling to coat the sides. Add the pork and cook, stirring, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Return the wok to high heat. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil, swirling to coat the sides. Add the bell peppers and onions, and cook, stirring, until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-high. Add the sauce and bring to a boil until thickened. Add the pineapple and pork, and cook, stirring, until warmed through, 1 minute. Remove from the heat and adjust the seasoning to taste. Divide the rice among 4 dinner plates, and top with the pork and sauce. Garnish each with the nuts and green onions, and serve immediately.
  • In a bowl, combine the pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, water, soy sauce, pepper flakes, and sesame oil. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add the ginger and garlic, and cook, stirring, for 15 seconds. Add the pineapple juice mixture and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • In a bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the sherry. Add to the simmering sauce and whisking constantly. Reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Season the pork with the Essence. In a wok or large saute pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over high heat, swirling to coat the sides. Add the pork and cook, stirring, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Return the wok to high heat. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil, swirling to coat the sides. Add the bell peppers and onions, and cook, stirring, until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-high. Add the sauce and bring to a boil until thickened. Add the pineapple and pork, and cook, stirring, until warmed through, 1 minute. Remove from the heat and adjust the seasoning to taste. Divide the rice among 4 dinner plates, and top with the pork and sauce. Garnish each with the nuts and green onions, and serve immediately.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe, juicy peppers. Bell peppers are a classic choice, but you can also use other varieties like poblanos or jalapeños (for a spicier dish).
  • To get the pork extra crispy, use a combination of cornstarch and flour in the breading. This will help the pork stay crispy even after it's been sauced.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the pork. This will prevent the pork from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
  • The sauce is the star of this dish, so take your time to make it right. Use a good quality vinegar and soy sauce, and don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and herbs.
  • Serve the sweet and sour pork immediately garnished with green onions, sesame seeds or cilantro.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour pork is a classic Chinese dish that is loved by people of all ages. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make the best sweet and sour pork that will impress your family and friends.

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