Cashew Sweet-and-Sour Pork

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
29%
Cashew Sweet-and-Sour Pork
45 min.
4
553kcal

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This Cashew Sweet-and-Sour Pork recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The tender pork is coated in a sweet and tangy sauce, and the addition of cashews adds a satisfying crunch. This dish is also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

The recipe is easy to follow and comes together in just 45 minutes, making it a convenient choice for busy weeknights. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is truly exceptional, and it's sure to impress even the pickiest of eaters.

The pork is first marinated in a mixture of cornstarch and sherry, which gives it a delicious crispy coating. It is then stir-fried with cashews, green onions, ginger, and garlic, adding a burst of flavor to the dish. The snow peas and pineapple add a refreshing touch, while the vinegar mixture brings everything together with its sweet and tangy taste.

This Cashew Sweet-and-Sour Pork is a must-try for anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It's full of flavor, texture, and color, making it a true delight for the senses. Serve it over a bed of rice for a complete meal that your family and friends will surely enjoy!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon bottled garlic minced
  • teaspoons bottled ginger fresh minced
  • 0.3 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • tablespoons cornstarch divided
  • 0.3 cup spring onion chopped
  • tablespoons catsup 
  • pound pork tenderloins trimmed cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium
  • tablespoon vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred 
  • ounce pineapple chunks drained canned
  • 3.5 ounce rice long-grain
  • 3.5 ounce rice long-grain
  • 0.3 cup roasted cashews unsalted finely chopped
  • tablespoon cooking sherry 
  • 0.5 pound snow peas trimmed
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Cook rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
  2. Combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch, sherry, and pork, tossing well.
  3. Combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch, water, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and ketchup, stirring with a whisk.
  4. Heat the peanut oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add pork mixture; stir-fry 3 minutes.
  6. Add cashews, green onions, ginger, and garlic; stir-fry 1 minute.
  7. Add snow peas and pineapple; stir-fry 3 minutes or until snow peas are crisp-tender.
  8. Add vinegar mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  9. Serve the pork mixture over rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories553kcal
Protein23.63%
Fat19.52%
Carbs56.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
81.12
Glycemic Load
32.94
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
29.813043521798%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Hesperetin
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:552.63kcal
27.63%
Fat:11.89g
18.29%
Saturated Fat:2.56g
15.99%
Carbohydrates:77.91g
25.97%
Net Carbohydrates:74.32g
27.02%
Sugar:26.21g
29.12%
Cholesterol:73.71mg
24.57%
Sodium:605.22mg
26.31%
Alcohol:0.39g
100%
Protein:32.37g
64.75%
Vitamin B1:1.34mg
89.66%
Selenium:44.95µg
64.22%
Vitamin B6:1.19mg
59.35%
Vitamin C:41.5mg
50.3%
Vitamin B3:9.4mg
46.98%
Manganese:0.93mg
46.61%
Phosphorus:457.42mg
45.74%
Vitamin B2:0.55mg
32.35%
Vitamin K:31.92µg
30.4%
Copper:0.61mg
30.38%
Magnesium:108.64mg
27.16%
Potassium:878.15mg
25.09%
Zinc:3.71mg
24.74%
Iron:3.93mg
21.82%
Vitamin B5:2.09mg
20.89%
Vitamin A:764.81IU
15.3%
Fiber:3.59g
14.36%
Folate:49.14µg
12.28%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.64%
Vitamin E:1.45mg
9.64%
Calcium:72.78mg
7.28%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:My Recipes