Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin

Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    35 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    55 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    946

Rediscover the vibrant flavors of a Chinese takeout favorite with this elevated Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin. Featuring succulent pork, perfectly balanced sweet and tangy sauce, and a delightful burst of pineapple, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    23 g
  • Cholesterol
    82 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    26 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    515 mg
  • Sugar
    20 g
  • Fat
    11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Prepare the Pork: Cut the pork tenderloin into 4 even pieces. Place the pieces between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet until each is about 1-inch thick. Season generously with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the ketchup, rice vinegar, reserved pineapple juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, hot chili sauce, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Set aside. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Sear the Pork: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the pork and reduce heat to medium. Cook until browned on both sides and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked pork to a plate and set aside. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Caramelize the Pineapple: Return the skillet to medium heat. Stir in the butter. Once the butter is melted and begins to brown, add the drained pineapple chunks. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pineapple is golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Simmer the Sauce: Pour the ketchup mixture into the skillet with the pineapple. Add the chopped white parts of the green onion. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the garlic and onion have softened, about 5 minutes. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Combine and Finish: Return the cooked pork to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until the pork is heated through and coated in the sauce. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Garnish and Serve: Garnish with the chopped green onion tops. Serve immediately and enjoy! (2 minutes)

For a thicker sauce, you can whisk in a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water) during the last few minutes of simmering.
If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of hot chili sauce or omit the red pepper flakes.
Serve this dish with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal. A side of stir-fried vegetables would also complement it nicely.
Ensure the pork is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for optimal safety and tenderness.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 315 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Columbus Gleichner

    The instructions were easy to follow, and the dish turned out amazing. Thanks for sharing!

  • Astrid Doyle

    I used white vinegar instead of rice vinegar, and it still tasted great!

  • Keshaun Gislason

    This recipe is fantastic! The sauce is perfectly balanced, and the pork comes out so tender.

  • Bell Mueller

    This is now a staple in our house. So quick and easy for a weeknight meal.

  • Verlie Jones

    My family loved this! So much better than takeout and healthier too.

  • Nola Stracke

    I added some red bell pepper and it was a great addition! Will definitely make again.

  • Samantha Aufderhar

    I found the sauce a little too sweet for my taste, so I added a splash more soy sauce and it was perfect.

  • Flavio Rolfson

    The pork was so tender, and the sauce was amazing. Everyone loved it.

  • Leila Collins

    I increased the garlic for a more punchy flavor and I think it elevated the whole dish.

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