Description
Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Pork is a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Tender pork shoulder simmers with vibrant bell peppers and juicy pineapple in a rich sauce that will excite your taste buds. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, this comforting recipe is easy to prepare, allowing you to enjoy delicious homemade food with minimal effort. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 2 cups bell peppers, sliced (1 cup each of red and green)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, unsweetened)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
Instructions
- Season pork chunks with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the pork until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- In the slow cooker, combine sliced bell peppers, pineapple chunks, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar; pour over vegetables.
- Place the seared pork on top of the vegetable mixture without stirring.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Gently stir before serving; garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg