Sweet and Sour Pork Meatballs for Sunday Supper from palatablepastime.com
Introduction
Sweet and sour is a classic Chinese dish that has become popular all over the world. It is a delicious combination of sweet and tangy flavors that is sure to please everyone's taste buds. The dish usually consists of meat or vegetables that are stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar, vinegar, and other flavorings. In this blog article, we will be sharing a delicious sweet and sour recipe that you can easily make at home.
Ingredients
For the sweet and sour sauce, you will need:
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
For the stir-fry, you can use any meat or vegetables that you like. Here are some suggestions:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 onion, sliced
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and soy sauce until well combined. Set aside. 2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Set aside. 3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. 4. Add the sliced chicken to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until browned on all sides. 5. Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. 6. Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir to combine. 7. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the stir-fry and stir to coat the meat and vegetables. 8. Reduce the heat to medium and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes or until it has thickened. 9. Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until the sauce has thickened even more. 10. Remove the stir-fry from the heat and serve immediately with steamed rice.
Nutrition
This sweet and sour recipe makes approximately 4 servings. Here is the nutritional information for one serving:
Calories: 440
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 73mg
Sodium: 1385mg
Potassium: 797mg
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 42g
Vitamin A: 45.8%
Vitamin C: 128.6%
Calcium: 7.6%
Iron: 12.3%
Conclusion
Sweet and sour is a classic Chinese dish that is loved by many all over the world. With this recipe, you can easily make it at home and enjoy the delicious combination of sweet and tangy flavors. Whether you prefer meat or vegetables, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings. Don't forget to serve it with some steamed rice to complete the meal.
