Sweet and Sour Pork

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A classic Australian take on the sweet and sour pork dish, featuring tender pork pieces coated in a sweet and tangy sauce.
Prep Time20 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Chinese, Family Secret Recipes, Nanny, Nanny Bev
Yield: 4
Author: Nanny Bev

Materials

Main Ingredients

  • 20 ml soy sauce
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 20 ml cornflour
  • 500 g lean pork, diced
  • 1 red pepper (capsicum), deseeded and cut into chunks
  • 1 green pepper, cut into chunks
  • 3 canned pineapple rings, cut into quarters
  • 125 ml cornflour, extra
  • sufficient oil for deep frying Use enough to cover the pork pieces while frying.
  • 2 cloves garlic

Sauce Ingredients

  • 60 ml white vinegar
  • 60 ml sugar
  • 60 ml water
  • 60 ml tomato sauce
  • 2.5 ml salt
  • 2.5 ml cornflour

Instructions

Preparation

  • Combine soy sauce, egg yolk, and cornflour in a bowl, stir well.
  • Place diced pork into soy sauce mixture, ensuring meat is completely coated.
  • Cover and leave for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cooking

  • Heat oil in a deep fryer to 180°C.
  • Deep fry the pork until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • In a separate pan, stir-fry garlic, peppers, and pineapple until slightly softened.
  • For the sauce, combine vinegar, sugar, water, tomato sauce, salt, and cornflour in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until thickened.
  • Add the fried pork and vegetables to the sauce, toss to coat evenly.

Notes

Ensure pork is completely coated in the cornflour mixture for a crispy finish. Adjust sauce sweetness to taste.

A classic Australian take on the sweet and sour pork dish, featuring tender pork pieces coated in a sweet and tangy sauce.

Notes: Ensure pork is completely coated in the cornflour mixture for a crispy finish. Adjust sauce sweetness to taste.