Simple Sweet and Sour Chops
Transform dinner into a delightful balance of tangy and savory with this **Simple Sweet and Sour Chops** recipe! Perfectly seared pork chops are smothered in a luscious homemade sauce made from ketchup, soy sauce, pineapple juice, and a hint of brown sugar—a flavor-packed combination that's both sweet and zesty. The sauce thickens to a glossy perfection with a cornstarch slurry, creating the ideal glaze for the juicy chops. Optional additions like fresh pineapple chunks and crisp green bell peppers add bursts of texture and vibrant color, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's a quick yet satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with white rice or steamed vegetables. Whether you're craving comfort food or a restaurant-quality dish at home, these sweet and sour pork chops are sure to impress! Keywords: sweet and sour pork chops, easy pork chop recipe, skillet dinner, sweet and tangy sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 0.25 cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 0.33 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 cup pineapple chunks (optional)
- 1 piece green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season each side with salt and black pepper.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together ketchup, white vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and pineapple juice to create the sweet and sour sauce.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and pour in the prepared sauce mixture. Stir well and scrape up any browned bits from the pan to incorporate flavor.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the sauce and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spoon some sauce over them, and cover the skillet with a lid. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pork chops are fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 145°F/63°C).
For additional flavor and texture, add pineapple chunks and chopped green bell pepper to the skillet during the last 3-5 minutes of cooking.
Serve the sweet and sour chops hot with rice or steamed vegetables, drizzling extra sauce over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1892 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 106.8 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.8 g | 159% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 4309 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.9 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 99.8 g | ||
| Protein | 105.1 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2193 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
