ChineseLunchMeatHigh Protein

Sweet and sour pork

Sweet and sour pork is a lunch chinese recipe with 550 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

550 kcal

Total Time

45 min

Servings

1

Protein

35.5 g

Ingredients

  • pork tenderloin150g
  • soy sauce1 tsp
  • cornstarch3 tbsp
  • vegetable oil2 tbsp
  • ketchup3 tbsp
  • rice vinegar2 tbsp
  • sugar1 tbsp
  • soy sauce1 tbsp
  • water50ml
  • green bell pepper50g
  • pineapple chunks50g
  • onion50g

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Cut 150g pork tenderloin into bite-sized pieces and marinate with 1 tsp soy sauce and 1 tsp cornstarch for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Prepare the batter by mixing 2 tbsp cornstarch with 3 tbsp water until smooth.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Dip pork pieces into the batter and fry until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    In a separate bowl, mix 3 tbsp ketchup, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 50ml water to make the sweet and sour sauce.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    In the same pan, add 1 tbsp oil and sauté 50g chopped green bell pepper, 50g pineapple chunks, and 50g chopped onion until slightly tender.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Pour the sweet and sour sauce into the pan and bring to a simmer.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Return the fried pork to the pan and toss everything together until well coated and heated through.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Serve hot with steamed rice or as desired.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

550

Protein

35.5g

Carbs

45.2g

Fat

22.8g

Fiber

3.1g

Micronutrients

Iron

2.5 mg

Zinc

3.2 mg

Sodium

700 mg

Calcium

40 mg

Folate

35 mcg

Magnesium

30 mg

Potassium

400 mg

Vitamin C

45 mg

Vitamin A

150 mcg

Vitamin B12

0.8 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

Soy

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Sweet and sour pork can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sweet and sour pork

How many calories are in Sweet and sour pork?

Sweet and sour pork has about 550 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Sweet and sour pork suitable for vegetarians?

No. Sweet and sour pork is not vegetarian as written because it includes pork tenderloin.

Is Sweet and sour pork gluten-free?

Sweet and sour pork is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes soy sauce. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Sweet and sour pork?

Yes. This recipe includes Soy. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Sweet and sour pork ahead of time?

Sweet and sour pork can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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