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Sweet and Sour Pork

40 min4 servings🍳 1 pan + 1 bowlPicky-eater safe bet: plain rice$17.00590 cal · 32g proteinkept by 5 families

Ingredients

  • pork tenderloin1ΒΌ lb
  • cornstarchβ…“ cup
  • egg1 count
  • bell peppers2 count
  • onion1 count
  • pineapple chunks1 can
  • ketchup3 tbsp
  • rice vinegar3 tbsp
  • brown sugar3 tbsp
  • soy sauce1 tbsp
  • jasmine rice1Β½ cups
  • vegetable oil3 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the rice according to the package. Drain the pineapple, saving 1/2 cup of the juice.

  2. 2

    Whisk the pineapple juice, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce and 1 tsp of the cornstarch in a bowl to make the sauce.

  3. 3

    Cut the pork into 1-inch cubes, toss with the beaten egg, then with the remaining cornstarch and a pinch of salt.

  4. 4

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry the pork in one layer 6-8 minutes, turning, until golden and cooked through. Remove to a plate.

  5. 5

    Add the remaining oil and stir-fry the chopped peppers and onion 3-4 minutes. Add the pineapple and sauce and simmer 1-2 minutes until thick.

  6. 6

    Toss the pork back in to coat and serve right away over rice so the coating stays crisp.

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