sweet and sour pork with apples

How to Make Sweet and Sour Pork (Apple Glazed Pork)

Sweet and sour pork, a beloved Chinese dish, combines crispy pork with a tangy, sweet sauce. Adding apple elevates it with a fruity freshness. Here’s a simple recipe:

Ingredients:

500g pork loin, cut into 1.5-inch cubes; 2 apples (e.g., Fuji), peeled and diced; 1 bell pepper, sliced; 3 tbsp cornstarch; 1 egg, beaten; For sauce: 4 tbsp sugar, 3 tbsp vinegar, 2 tbsp ketchup, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 cup water, 1 tsp salt.

Steps:

1. Marinate pork: Toss pork with egg and cornstarch until coated. Deep-fry at 180°C until golden and crispy (3-4 mins). Drain oil.

2. Make sauce: Mix sauce ingredients in a bowl. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok, pour in sauce, and simmer until thickened.

3. Stir-fry: Add fried pork, apples, and bell peppers to the sauce. Toss quickly for 1-2 mins—avoid overcooking apples to keep them crisp.

4. Serve: Dish hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Tips: Use slightly unripe apples for firmness. Adjust sugar/vinegar to taste. For extra crunch, double-fry pork. Enjoy this crispy, fruity twist on a classic!