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Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe with Pineapple Chunks Easy and Perfect

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A quick and easy crispy sweet and sour pork recipe featuring crunchy pork coated in a tangy, glossy sauce with juicy pineapple chunks. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Vegetable oil for frying (canola or peanut oil preferred)
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • ⅓ cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup pineapple juice (from canned pineapple)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 small onion, cut into chunks

Instructions

  1. Cut pork shoulder into roughly 1-inch cubes and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Beat the egg in one bowl and place cornstarch in another. Dip each pork piece into the egg, then coat thoroughly with cornstarch, shaking off excess.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry pork in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Whisk together rice vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.
  6. In a clean skillet, sauté onion and green bell pepper in a splash of oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
  7. Add pineapple chunks, sauce mixture, and water to the skillet. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  8. Add crispy pork to the skillet and gently toss to coat without breaking the crust. Cook together for 1-2 minutes.
  9. Serve immediately over steamed jasmine rice or noodles.

Notes

Dry pork pieces thoroughly before coating to ensure crispiness. Fry in small batches to maintain oil temperature. Whisk sugar fully into sauce to avoid gritty texture. Sauté vegetables until just tender to keep crunch. Toss pork gently with sauce to keep crust intact. For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure cornstarch is pure.

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Keywords: sweet and sour pork, crispy pork, pineapple chunks, easy dinner, weeknight meal, Chinese recipe, fried pork, tangy sauce

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