Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

pork tenderloin

cut into chunks

1 tsp

salt

1 pinch

pepper

0.5 tsp

five-spice powder

1 unit

egg

3 tbsp

cornstarch

1 cup

oil

for frying

2 cloves

garlic

minced

1 unit

onion

square chop

1 unit

green bell pepper

chopped large

1 unit

red bell pepper

chopped large

8 ounce

pineapple chunks

in juice

3 tbsp

wine vinegar

0.25 cup

sugar

0.25 cup

ketchup

4 wedges

fresh pineapple

Step 1
~3 min

Bring a saucepan of water to a boil.

Step 2
~3 min

Add the pork and boil until it changes color.

Step 3
~3 min

Drain the pork and pat it dry.

Step 4
~3 min

Set the pork aside.

Step 5
~3 min

In a bowl, mix together salt, pepper, five-spice powder, egg, and cornstarch.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the pork to the mixture and toss to coat thoroughly.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 8
~3 min

Deep fry the pork until golden brown.

Step 9
~3 min

Remove the pork and drain on paper towels.

Step 10
~3 min

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the garlic, onion, and bell peppers, and stir-fry for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 12
~3 min

Reduce the heat to medium-high and stir in the pineapple juice, wine vinegar, sugar, and ketchup.

Step 13
~3 min

Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens.

Step 14
~3 min

Add the pineapple chunks and stir until heated through.

Step 15
~3 min

Add the fried pork to the sauce and toss to coat.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve hot, garnished with fresh pineapple wedges.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy pork, double-fry it.

Adjust the sweetness and sourness to your taste by adjusting the sugar and vinegar.

Serve with steamed rice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Steamed rice

Egg rolls

Vegetable stir-fry

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Spring rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Guangdong, China

Cultural Significance

A popular Cantonese dish enjoyed worldwide.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Chinese New Year
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Chinese New Year

Popularity Score

70/100

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