Sweet and Sour Pork

Ingredients

• 12 oz pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 bell pepper (red or green), chopped
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated(optional)
• 2 green onions, sliced(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat pork cubes dry and toss with cornstarch until evenly coated. (5 minutes prep)

2. 2

   Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry pork in a single layer until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

3. 3

   Whisk together ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl.

4. 4

   Discard excess oil, leaving 1 tablespoon in the pan. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, and bell pepper for 2 minutes until fragrant and slightly tender.

5. 5

   Pour in the sauce and simmer 1-2 minutes until it thickens slightly. Add pineapple chunks and crispy pork, tossing to coat for 1 minute.

6. 6

   Garnish with green onions and serve immediately over steamed rice.