Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside this Sweet and Sour Pork is coated in a tangy, flavorful sauce and is the ultimate dish for lovers of bold, zesty flavors!
Servings: 8
Calories: 670kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tsp Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 3/4 c chicken stock
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- dash red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 lb pork butt cut into cubes
- 3/4 cup cornstarch or tapioca flour
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 2 c vegetable oil
- 1/4 onion chopped into chunks
- 1/2 c red bell pepper chopped into chunks
- 1/2 c green bell pepper chopped into chunks
Instructions
- Lightly spray a glass or ceramic dish and preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (160 degrees Celsius).
- Mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, Sriracha, Worcestershire sauce, rice vinegar, chicken stock, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a medium mixing bowl. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, add the whisked eggs and pork cubes. Toss evenly.
- Place 3/4 cup cornstarch into a Ziploc bag. Add the egg-covered pork cubes (ensure any excess egg has dripped off). Toss the pork until evenly coated with the cornstarch.
- Add oil to a large skillet or Dutch oven. Heat the oil, and working in batches, add the pork and fry until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel to drain.
- Place the fried pork cubes into the prepared baking dish.
- Add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to the mixture from Step 2 and whisk. Pour it over the pork cubes.
- Add the onion and bell peppers, and stir to evenly coat.
- Bake uncovered for 50 minutes. Stir every 15 minutes and serve with rice.
Notes
STORE the Sweet and Sour Pork in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. You can FREEZE leftovers in airtight freezer bags for up to 3 months.
To REHEAT, thaw in the fridge overnight, then warm on the stovetop or in the oven at 175°C (350°F) for 10-15 minutes to keep the pork crispy. Avoid using the microwave to maintain the best texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 670kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 59g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 32g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 249mg | Potassium: 332mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 473IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
