Indulge in a culinary journey with our diverse collection of sweet and sour stir-fry recipes. From the classic combination of pineapple and bell peppers to innovative variations featuring tangy citrus fruits and exotic vegetables, our recipes offer a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer chicken, shrimp, tofu, or a medley of vegetables, we have a recipe that promises to satisfy your cravings. Each dish is a vibrant blend of sweet, sour, and savory notes, complemented by a colorful array of fresh ingredients. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.
Here are our top 17 tried and tested recipes!
SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK STIR-FRY
There's no need for takeout when you can do it better-and with this simple stir-fry recipe, you'll top anything that comes in little white box. Slices of pork tenderloin, cuts of fresh broccoli and bell pepper are tossed in a scratch-made-easy sweet-and-sour sauce for a dinner that's ready in a flash.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In 2-cup glass measuring cup, mix chicken broth, reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar and cornstarch; set aside.
- In large 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Season pork with salt and pepper. Add to skillet; cook without stirring 2 minutes. Stir occasionally 1 to 3 minutes longer or until browned; transfer to plate, and keep warm.
- Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to skillet; stir in broccoli and peppers. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Return pork and juices to skillet. Stir in garlic and gingerroot; cook about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Stir chicken broth mixture, and pour into skillet; heat to simmering. Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until pork is cooked through and sauce is thickened. Stir in reserved pineapple chunks, and garnish with green onions before serving. Serve with cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1070 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g
SWEET AND SOUR GROUND PORK STIR-FRY
Easy alternative to traditional sweet and sour dishes. Great way to use ground pork. Serve over rice.
Provided by tanyagordon3
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over high heat. Cook and stir ground pork in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
- Return skillet to high heat. Stir onion and carrots into the ground beef; stir-fry until the vegetables are hot, about 2 minutes.
- Stir rice vinegar, ketchup, sugar, and soy sauce together in a bowl; pour over pork mixture. Add broccoli and bell pepper to the mixture; stir. Place a cover on the skillet, reduce heat to medium, and cook until the broccoli is tender, 7 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 73.6 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 471.8 mg, Sugar 22.7 g
HAM AND PEPPERS STIR FRY WITH SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE
We call this "Ham and Peppers" but there's onion and pineapple too. This is a great quick meal and an excellent use for leftover ham. The recipe was originally from a Doubleday Cookbook but has evolved during the past 12 years to suit our taste--we like the ham and onions slightly browned and the peppers crisp/tender. Serve over steamed rice and add soy sauce to taste. Note that this dish is best just after it's thickened and it doesn't reheat that well, but there's rarely any leftovers.
Provided by TommyGato
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare the sauce by first stirring cornstarch with about 2 or 3 tbs.of the chicken broth in a small bowl.
- When the cornstarch is dissolved and smooth, stir in the remaining sauce ingredients and set aside.
- Brown ham in 1/3 of butter over moderately high heat in a skillet or wok until it begins to brown.
- Remove and set the ham aside.
- Melt another 1/3 of the butter in the skillet or wok and sauté the onions.
- When they start to soften and turn translucent, add the peppers and the final 1/3 of the butter.
- When the onions have somewhat browned, add the ham and the pineapple, juice and all.
- Stir the sauce until smooth again (since the cornstarch tends to settle) and pour into skillet or wok.
- Increase heat and stir until the sauce begins to bubble.
- Reduce heat and stir for a minute or two until the cornstarch is fully cooked; if too thick, thin with a little water or broth.
- Serve over steamed rice as soon as possible. I like to sprinkle some dried hot red pepper flakes over it; I love hot food and this gives the dish some zing!
SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK STIR-FRY
Pineapple and soy sauce combine to give this pork stir-fry dish its sweet-sour flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, stir together 1/3 cup pineapple juice, vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water. Season sauce with salt and pepper.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Cook pork, in two batches, until well browned on one side, about 1 minute (pork will cook more later); transfer to a plate.
- To skillet, add scallion whites and bell peppers; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until peppers are crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add pork (along with any juices), broccoli, and pineapple chunks. Whisk sauce; add to skillet. Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring, until broccoli is warmed through, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in scallion greens, and serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 27 g
SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN STIR-FRY
Dinner's ready in 30 minutes! Try chicken breasts stir-fried and partnered with a tangy sweet-and-sour sauce.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix Bisquick mix and pepper.
- In medium bowl, beat eggs slightly. Stir in chicken until coated. Using slotted spoon, remove chicken from eggs; place in bag with Bisquick mix. Seal bag; shake bag until chicken is coated.
- In 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add bell pepper and onion; cook 2 minutes longer, stirring frequently. Remove from skillet.
- In same skillet, heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil. Add chicken; cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown on outside and no longer pink in center. Add vegetables; cook about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot. Stir in pineapple and sweet-and-sour sauce; cook until hot. Serve over cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 19 g, TransFat 1 g
SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP STIR-FRY
Steps:
- Prepare shrimp according to package directions and keep warm. Place a wok or a large saute pan over high heat. Add oil and stir-fry mix and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Add sweet and sour sauce. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Fold in shrimp just until coated and serve mixture spooned over rice Food Safety Statement: -Keep frozen until ready to prepare. -Due to differences in appliances, cooking times may vary and require adjustment. -Microwaving not recommended. -For food safety this product must be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F -Caution - Product will be hot!
PINEAPPLE SWEET AND SOUR STIR FRY SAUCE
This is the best sweet and sour sauce recipe I've ever found. It is very close to the sweet and sour you get at chinese restaurants, a deep pink colour, glossy and tangy.
Provided by Erin Randall
Categories Sauces
Time 12m
Yield 4 as a stir fry, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix cornflour and juice from pineapple.
- Mix all other ingredients except vegetables.
- If using as a stir fry sauce, cook your meat and then add mixed sauces.
- Stir through to coat meat.
- Add cornflour and pineapple mix, stirring continually. Allow sauce to boil.
- Add vegetables and pineapple, stir fry for about 30 seconds and serve with rice.
- This sauce can also be used as a dipping sauce, or for pouring over deep fried battered chicken, fish or meat.
- Simply pour the mixed sauces into a pan. Bring to boil.
- Add the cornflour and pineapple mix, stirring continually. Allow to boil.
- Add vegetables and pineapple.
- Serve poured over you favourite meat, or use as a dipping sauce for finger foods.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.4, Fat 0.2, Sodium 323.9, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 21.3, Protein 1.3
SWEET-AND-SOUR PORK STIR-FRY
We like this recipe because the pork is not battered and deep fried. Uses a light coating of cornstarch and lightly stir-fried in a little oil.
Provided by TXOLDHAM
Categories Pineapple
Time 46m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Dredge pork in cornstarch. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in wok or large skillet over medium-high heat; stir-fry pork in batches, 3 minutes or until browned. Remove pork from wok or skillet and set aside.
- Drain pineapple tidbits, reserving 1/4 cup juice. Add reserved juice and soy sauce to wok, stirring to loosen browned particles.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil to wok and stir-fry pineapple, bell peppers and green onions 5 minutes or until peppers are tender (careful to not over-cook).
- Stir together hoisin sauce and garlic-chili sauce and add to wok. Add pork and stir-fry 5 minutes.
- Serve over rice and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
SWEET AND SOUR STIR FRY
Tofu stars in this sweet and sassy vegetarian stir-fry.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 2h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix 1/4 cup water, the vinegar, honey, soy sauce, ginger and pineapple juice. Place tofu in small glass or plastic bowl. Pour juice mixture over tofu; toss gently. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours.
- Remove tofu from marinade; reserve marinade. Dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons water.
- Heat sesame oil in wok or 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and carrots; stir-fry about 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add pineapple, tofu and bell pepper; gently stir-fry 2 minutes.
- Stir cornstarch mixture into reserved marinade; pour into wok. Cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and cook 2 minutes. Serve over rice. Sprinkle with nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg
SWEET AND SOUR STIR FRY SAUCE
Make and share this Sweet and Sour Stir Fry Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Stovepipe
Categories Sauces
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients until sugar and corn starch are completely dissolved.
- Stir before adding to stir fry at the last minute of cooking time.
SWEET AND SOUR PORK STIR-FRY
Make and share this Sweet and Sour Pork Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.
Provided by TheGrumpyChef
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar cornstarch, and water. Blend thoroughly and set aside.
- Sift flour over both sides of pork medallions.
- Coat a nonstick skillet with low-calorie cooking spray. Add 1 tbsp oil and heat for 1 minute of med-high heat. Add pork and saute for 3 minutes. Turn and cook 2-3 minutes longer. Remove pork from skillet and set aside.
- Add remaining 2 tsp oil to skillet. Add green peppers, onion, and carrot. Stir-fry 4 minutes, or until vegetables are tender but still crisp. Stir in soy sauce mixture and pineapple tidbits with liquid. Bring to a boil and cook 1-2 minutes longer, or until sauce is thickened.
- Stir in pork and cook 1 minute longer.
SWEET AND SOUR TEMPEH STIR-FRY
An easy, fast protein-and-vitamin-packed stir-fry with a subtle, complex flavor that's low fat, low carb, and vegan friendly. Serve with rice or steamed cauliflower.
Provided by ColdCoffeeEyes32
Categories Main Dish Recipes Stir-Fry
Time 31m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spray a heavy nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over high heat. Add tempeh and onion; cook and stir until onion softens, about 5 minutes. Add squash and tomatoes; cook and stir until squash begins to soften, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Stir balsamic vinegar, lime juice, and agave nectar into the skillet. Toss until mixture is well coated. Season with pepper and salt. Add arugula; toss until it begins to wilt, 1 to 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 185.2 mg, Sugar 11.9 g
SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN STIR FRY
I like S&S chicken, but not too sweet. The banana ketchup has some sweetness to it already, so I skip the sugar. Suit yourself! It works either way!
Provided by Carolyn Haas
Categories Chicken
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. In a measuring cup, combine 1/2 cup of water, ketchup and the brown sugar if using regular ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, salt and 1 Tb. cornstarch. (I buy my fresh pineapple cored, so there's usually a little pineapple juice in the bottom of the container - use that instead of water if you have it!) Set aside.
- 2. Put rest of cornstarch in a zipper bag, add chicken and shake to coat.
- 3. In wok, heat oil, add chicken and veggies. Stir fry until chicken is cooked. Make a well in the center. Add reserved liquid mixture. Stir until mixture thickens. Add pineapple chunks. Sprinkle a few drops sesame oil on top. Serve with rice.
SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN STIR-FRY
Throw out your takeout menu. This stir fry is fast and easy and is better than your neighborhood chinese restaurant. Add more crushed red pepper if you like your food spicey hot.
Provided by BoxOWine
Categories Pineapple
Time 28m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Stir together sauce ingredients.
- Place a wok over high heat.
- When wok is hot, add 2 tbsp peanut oil.
- when oil is hot, add garlic and chicken and stir fry until chicken is cooked (about 3 mins).
- Remove from wok and set aside.
- Pour remaining 1 tbsp oil into wok.
- when oil is hot, add onion and bell pepper.
- Stir fry until vegetables are tender crisp (about 2 mins).
- Add pea pods, stir fry about 1 minutes.
- Return chicken to wok.
- Stir sweet and sour sauce, pour into wok along with pineapple.
- Stir until sauce boils and thickens.
- Serve over hot cooked white rice.
SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN STIR-FRY
Dinner's ready in 30 minutes! Try chicken breasts stir-fried and partnered with a tangy sweet-and-sour sauce.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix Bisquick mix and pepper.
- In medium bowl, beat eggs slightly. Stir in chicken until coated. Using slotted spoon, remove chicken from eggs; place in bag with Bisquick mix. Seal bag; shake bag until chicken is coated.
- In 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add bell pepper and onion; cook 2 minutes longer, stirring frequently. Remove from skillet.
- In same skillet, heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil. Add chicken; cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown on outside and no longer pink in center. Add vegetables; cook about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot. Stir in pineapple and sweet-and-sour sauce; cook until hot. Serve over cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 19 g, TransFat 1 g
SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP STIR-FRY
I am trying to make some healthier versions of recipes I like, using ingredients I have on hand. This is a very easy recipe but tastes very good. Great served with your favorite steamed rice or whole wheat noodles. These pictures from the internet are not mine but just used to show you howthe finished product should look.
Provided by Jeanne Benavidez
Categories Seafood
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Heat a heavy, non-stick skillet or wok over high heat, add 2 tablespoons peanut oil.
- 2. Stir-fry the shrimp until they turn pink, 2 or 3 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- 3. Heat the remaining oil; add the ginger, onions and red pepper flakes; stir-fry until the onions are tender-crisp, another 2 or 3 minutes.
- 4. Add the pineapple puree and let the sauce reduce for 1 minute.
- 5. Add the bell pepper pieces and snow peas. Stir gently. Season with salt, black pepper, lime juice, and honey to taste.
- 6. Cook, stirring constantly, for another 2 minutes.
- 7. Return the shrimp to the pan, stir well, and sprinkle with the finely sliced spring onion.
- 8. Serve immediately with your favorite rice.
SWEET AND SOUR STIR FRY
Tofu stars in this sweet and sassy vegetarian stir-fry.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 2h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix 1/4 cup water, the vinegar, honey, soy sauce, ginger and pineapple juice. Place tofu in small glass or plastic bowl. Pour juice mixture over tofu; toss gently. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours.
- Remove tofu from marinade; reserve marinade. Dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons water.
- Heat sesame oil in wok or 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and carrots; stir-fry about 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add pineapple, tofu and bell pepper; gently stir-fry 2 minutes.
- Stir cornstarch mixture into reserved marinade; pour into wok. Cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and cook 2 minutes. Serve over rice. Sprinkle with nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and tools ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
- Use Fresh Vegetables: Fresh vegetables are essential for a great stir-fry. Choose vegetables that are crisp and brightly colored. Avoid vegetables that are wilted or bruised.
- Cut Vegetables Uniformly: Cut your vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly. This will also help them look more appealing in the stir-fry.
- Use a Wok or Large Skillet: A wok or large skillet is the best cookware for stir-frying. It allows you to easily toss the vegetables and sauce.
- Heat the Wok or Skillet Over High Heat: The wok or skillet should be very hot before you add the vegetables. This will help them sear and retain their crispness.
- Add the Vegetables in Batches: Don't overcrowd the wok or skillet. Add the vegetables in batches so that they have room to cook evenly.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables Constantly: Stir-fry the vegetables constantly so that they cook evenly and don't burn.
- Add the Sauce at the End: Add the sauce to the stir-fry at the very end. This will help prevent the vegetables from becoming overcooked.
- Serve Immediately: Stir-fry is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will help preserve the vegetables' crispness and flavor.
Conclusion:
Sweet and sour stir-fry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and healthy meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give sweet and sour stir-fry a try.
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