Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten. Use gluten-free tamari sauce in place of soy sauce in this dish. Lea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce, as sold in the United States, is gluten-free.
"He that takes medicine and neglects diet, wastes the skills of the physician." Chinese proverb
I had a couple of versions of Sweet and Sour Pork when traveling recently and when I came home to work on this recipe I found that there are dozens, if not hundreds, of versions. This is the closest to what I experienced in Singapore at a couple of Chinese restaurants.
It takes a little bit of work, but it is worth every bit of the time you will spend prepping for the meal.
Servings: 4 | Serving size: 4 ounces pork with vegetables and fruit
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
This recipe makes great leftovers
Serve with Coconut Rice or Coconut Rice - Low Sodium Version or Brown Rice
1 Tbsp | low sodium soy sauce or gluten-free tamari sauce |
1 Tbsp | Worcestershire sauce |
1 Tbsp | tomato paste |
1 Tbsp | honey |
2 Tbsp | rice wine vinegar |
1 Tbsp | cornstarch |
1/4 cup | cold water |
4 tsp | sesame oil (divided) |
16 ounces | pork tenderloin (cut into 1/2 inch cubes) |
1 Tbsp | fresh ginger |
2 cloves | garlic (finely minced) |
1 small | white onion (sliced) |
4 large | carrots (peeled and thinly sliced into rounds) |
1 small | red bell pepper (seeded and cut into 3/4 inch chunks) |
2 cups | pineapple (cut into 1/4 inch chunks) |
Combine the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
Place the cornstarch in the cold water and whisk until blended.
Place 2 teaspoons of the sesame oil in a large wok over high heat.
Add the pork and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes. Toss frequently.
Remove the pork to a plate and add the remaining sesame oil to the pan.
Reduce the heat to medium-high and add the ginger and garlic.
Cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently.
Add the onion and carrots, toss well, and cover.
Cook for about 10 minutes, tossing every 3 minutes.
Add the red bell pepper and the cooked pork with the soy sauce mixture.
Cook for about 4 minutes, tossing frequently.
Add the pineapple and the cornstarch mixture.
Toss well and cook for about 4 minutes, until the sauce begins to thicken.
Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 4 ounces pork with vegetables and fruit
Servings: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 314 | Calories from Fat 68 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 7g | 11% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 7% |
Monounsaturated Fat 3g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 74mg | 24% |
Sodium 446mg | 20% |
Total Carbohydrates 34g | 15% |
Dietary Fiber 5g | 22% |
Sugars 20g | |
Protein 27g |
Vitamin A 262% | Vitamin C 185% |
Calcium 9% | Iron 18% |
Vitamin K 13 mcg | Potassium 1079 mg |
Magnesium 69 mg |