Tropical Pineapple Sweet and Sour Pork

A unique twist on the classic sweet and sour pork, featuring tropical pineapple, bell peppers, and a zesty sauce. Perfect for those craving a tangy and sweet flavor explosion, this dish brings a taste of the tropics to your table.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes

1 cup fresh pineapple chunks

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 onion, diced

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup corn starch

1/2 cup pineapple juice

1/4 cup rice vinegar

1/4 cup ketchup

3 tbsp soy sauce

3 tbsp brown sugar

1 tsp ginger, minced

1 tsp garlic, minced

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, toss pork cubes with salt and black pepper.

2. In a separate bowl, mix all-purpose flour and corn starch. Dredge pork cubes in flour mixture until evenly coated.

3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry pork cubes until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.

4. In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.

5. Add pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and onion to the sauce. Cook until vegetables are tender but crisp, about 5 minutes.

6. Toss fried pork with the sauce and vegetables until well coated.

7. Serve hot over steamed rice.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating

Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, or microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.