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Flavorful Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Pineapple and Peppers Made Easy

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A quick and easy sweet and sour pork tenderloin dish featuring tender pork, tangy pineapple, and colorful bell peppers, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced thinly for garnish (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim the pork tenderloin and cut into 1-inch cubes. Pat dry with paper towels to help with browning. Set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
  3. Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok. Add pork pieces in a single layer and cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked through. Remove pork and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
  5. Add pineapple chunks and stir to warm through, about 2 minutes.
  6. Return pork to the skillet. Pour the sauce mixture over everything and stir to coat.
  7. Mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Pour into the skillet, stirring constantly. Cook another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and pork is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F).
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when searing pork to get a nice golden crust. Stir the sauce constantly when thickening to avoid lumps. Fresh ginger and garlic enhance the flavor more than powdered forms. For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free ketchup. Variations include adding chili flakes for heat or swapping pork for tofu for a vegetarian version.

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