Classic Sweet and Sour Pork with Crispy Golden Batter and Colorful Vegetables | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the Perfect Pork:
• 1.5 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• For the Crispy Batter:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg, beaten
• 3/4 cup cold water
• For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:
• 1/2 cup rice vinegar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• For the Colorful Vegetables:
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
• 1 medium onion, cut into wedges
• 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
• For the Aromatic Base:
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• For Deep Frying:
• 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
• For the Sauce Thickening:
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch slurry
• For Garnish and Serving:
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Steamed white rice
• For Special Equipment:
• Deep fryer or large pot
• Candy thermometer
• Wire cooling rack
• Large wok or skillet