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Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin

Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients and Weight:

  1. Pork Tenderloin - 1 pound (450 grams)
  2. Red and Green Bell Peppers - 1 each
  3. Onion - 1 medium-sized
  4. Canola Oil - 3 tablespoons
  5. Rice Vinegar - 2 tablespoons
  6. Ketchup - 3 tablespoons
  7. Brown Sugar - 2 tablespoons
  8. Salt and Pepper - To taste
  9. Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons (for coating)

Preparation Time:

  1. Preparation: 20 minutes
  2. Cooking: 30 minutes
  3. Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

  1. Cube the pork tenderloin into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Coat the pork pieces with cornstarch.
  3. In a large skillet, heat canola oil and fry the pork until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. Slice the bell peppers and onion into thin strips.
  5. In a small bowl, mix vinegar, ketchup, and brown sugar to create the sweet and sour sauce. Set aside.
  6. Add the bell peppers and onions to the same skillet used for frying the pork and cook until slightly tender.
  7. Return the pork to the skillet and pour the sweet and sour sauce over it. Let it cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
  8. Serve hot with white rice or mashed potatoes.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming equal distribution of ingredients) Calories: 350 kcal | Fat: 18g | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 30g | Fiber: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

  1. Americanized version of a classic Chinese dish.
  2. Sweet and sour flavors blend perfectly with the pork tenderloin's tenderness.
  3. The dish is rich in protein and has a good balance of carbs and fats.

User Comments:

  1. "This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The sweet and sour sauce was perfect." - John Doe
  2. "The pork was so tender and juicy, paired well with the sweet and sour sauce." - Jane Smith
  3. "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish, it reminded me of home." - Mike Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

  1. Make sure to cube the pork tenderloin into even-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. Use a medium-high heat when frying the pork to ensure it's cooked through but still tender.
  3. Adjust the sweet and sour sauce according to your preference for a more sweet or sour taste.