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Chinese Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe

Delicious Chinese Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe You’ll Love

This Chinese Sweet and Sour Pork recipe offers a delightful balance of crispy pork and tangy sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 500 g Pork Scotch For richness and moisture
  • 2 tbsp Rice Wine Enhances flavor and tenderness
For the Marinade
  • 2 tbsp Chinese Dark Vinegar Substitute: balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Use high-quality brands
  • 2 tbsp Sugar Balances tang
  • 1 tsp Five Spice Powder Adjust to taste
For the Breading
  • 1 cup Cornstarch Ensures crispy coating
  • 0.5 cup Flour Combine with cornstarch
For Frying
  • 2 cups Oil Vegetable or canola oil recommended

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Marinating and Coating
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the pork scotch with Chinese dark vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, five spice powder, and rice wine. Marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  2. Mix equal parts cornstarch and flour in a bowl. Drain excess liquid from the marinated pork and dredge in the cornstarch-flour mixture.
Frying
  1. Heat oil in a deep frying pan until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Test with a small piece of coated pork.
  2. Fry the coated pork in batches for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove and drain on paper towels.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and a splash of water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Final Combination
  1. Add the crispy fried pork to the sauce and toss gently to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  2. Serve over steamed rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For the best flavor, marinate overnight and serve with fresh veggies for a balanced meal.

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