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Recipe For Sweet And Sour Pork Over Rice

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Sweet and Sour Pork Rice Bowl Recipe Taste and Tell
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Description

Sweet and sour pork over rice is a classic Chinese dish that is loved by many. This dish features crispy pieces of pork mixed with tangy sweet and sour sauce and served over a bed of steaming white rice. It's a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 20 minutes. This includes time for marinating the pork.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 20 minutes. This includes frying the pork and making the sweet and sour sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped

Equipment

  • Wok or large frying pan
  • Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Plate lined with paper towels
  • Small saucepan

Method

  1. Combine cornstarch and flour in a bowl.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together egg and water to make a batter.
  3. Coat pork pieces in the cornstarch mixture, then dip in the egg batter.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry pork pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
  6. In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
  7. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in the wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
  8. Stir-fry bell peppers, onion, and garlic until tender.
  9. Add the sweet and sour sauce to the wok or frying pan and stir to combine.
  10. Add the fried pork pieces to the wok or frying pan and stir to coat with the sauce.
  11. Serve hot over a bed of cooked white rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

  • If you like your sweet and sour sauce to be more tangy, increase the amount of rice vinegar.
  • If you like your sweet and sour sauce to be sweeter, increase the amount of brown sugar.
  • You can also add other vegetables like carrots, pineapple, or snow peas to the stir-fry.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving size: 1 cup of pork and vegetables with 1/2 cup of rice
  • Calories per serving: 492
  • Total fat: 9g
  • Saturated fat: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 99mg
  • Sodium: 734mg
  • Total carbohydrate: 71g
  • Dietary fiber: 2g
  • Total sugars: 20g
  • Protein: 32g

Recipes FAQ

  • Can I use a different type of meat?

    • Yes, you can use chicken or shrimp instead of pork.

  • Can I make this dish ahead of time?

    • Yes, you can fry the pork and make the sauce ahead of time. When ready to serve, reheat the sauce and stir in the pork.

  • Can I freeze leftovers?

    • Yes, you can freeze the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the pork to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
  • After frying the pork, transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
  • Stir-fry the vegetables until they are just tender to retain their crunchiness.
  • When making the sweet and sour sauce, whisk constantly to prevent lumps from forming.

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