Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tbsp

peanut oil

1 lb

boneless pork

cut into 1/8-inch strips

1 unit

green pepper

cut in small pieces

1 cup

pineapple chunks

drained

1 cup

celery

sliced

2 tbsp

catsup

10.5 unit

condensed chicken broth

0.5 cup

white vinegar

0.33 cup

sugar

2 tbsp

cornstarch

Step 1
~2 min

Heat peanut oil in a large skillet until it starts to smoke.

Step 2
~2 min

Cut pork into 1/8-inch strips.

Step 3
~2 min

Add pork to the skillet and stir quickly over high heat until cooked, about 4 minutes.

Step 4
~2 min

Add green pepper, pineapple chunks, celery, catsup, chicken broth, white vinegar, and sugar to the skillet.

Step 5
~2 min

Cover and cook until vegetables are tender but crisp, about 6 minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

Mix cornstarch and 1/4 cup water to create a slurry.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir the cornstarch slurry into the skillet quickly.

Step 8
~2 min

Cook, stirring, until the mixture bubbles and thickens.

Step 9
~2 min

Season to taste with salt.

Step 10
~2 min

Serve with hot rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar to your taste.

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Vegetables can be prepped 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

Serve with hot cooked rice.

Add a side of steamed broccoli.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Egg drop soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion

Cultural Significance

A Westernized version of Cantonese cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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