Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Pork (Printable Version)
Pork, pineapple, and peppers meld in a tangy-sweet sauce, slowly cooked for melt-in-your-mouth results.
# Ingredients:
→ For the sauce
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120 ml granulated sugar
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120 ml packed brown sugar
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120 ml chicken broth
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80 ml white vinegar
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45 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
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45 ml low sodium soy sauce
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45 ml tomato paste
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2.5 ml garlic powder
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1.25 ml ground ginger
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1.25 ml ground black pepper
→ For the pork
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680 g boneless pork loin chops, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
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1 large onion, cut into 2.5 cm pieces
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1 large green bell pepper, cut into 2.5 cm pieces
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225 g pineapple chunks, drained
→ For thickening
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24 g cornstarch
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80 ml chicken broth
# Steps:
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In the insert of a 3 to 4 litre slow cooker, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, 120 ml chicken broth, white vinegar, lemon juice, soy sauce, tomato paste, garlic powder, ground ginger, and black pepper. Stir until homogeneous.
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Fold in pork cubes, onion pieces, green bell pepper, and pineapple chunks, ensuring even distribution within the liquid.
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Cover with the lid and cook on low heat for 6–8 hours, or until the pork is meltingly tender.
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In a small mixing bowl, blend cornstarch with remaining 80 ml chicken broth until fully dissolved. Gradually pour the slurry into the slow cooker, stirring continuously to incorporate into the cooking juices.
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Re-cover and continue cooking on low for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the sauce achieves a glossy, thickened consistency.
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Serve hot, accompanied by steamed rice if desired.
# Notes:
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Cutting pork and vegetables into uniform pieces ensures even cooking and optimal texture.