Sweet and Sour Pork Stir Fry

This pork stir fry is everything you want in a quick dinner. It’s savory, sweet, and loaded with veggies! Juicy pork, crisp peppers, tender broccoli and cauliflower all come together in a tangy sweet and sour sauce. It’s a colorful, crave-worthy meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy nights.

Why You’ll Love This Sweet and Sour Pork Stir Fry

• Quick & Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish.
• Full of Flavor: Tangy, sweet, and savory in every bite.
• Packed with Veggies: A colorful way to eat more greens.
• Family Friendly: Even picky eaters will ask for seconds.
• Customizable: Swap in your favorite vegetables or protein.

Recipe Tips

• Slice Pork Thin: Thinner slices cook faster and stay tender.
• Don’t Overcook Veggies: Stir-fry just until crisp-tender for the best texture.
• Use High Heat: Stir-frying works best with a hot pan for quick cooking.
• Pre-Make Sauce: Having the sweet and sour sauce ready speeds things up.
• Serve Immediately: Best enjoyed fresh while veggies are still crisp.

Stir Fry Variations

• Swap the Protein: Use chicken, shrimp, or tofu instead of pork.
• Add More Veggies: Try snap peas, carrots, mushrooms, or baby corn.
• Make it Spicy: Add chili flakes or a dash of sriracha for heat.
• Go Low Carb: Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
• Homemade Sauce: Use your own sweet and sour sauce to control the sugar and flavor.

Swaggy Eats

Sweet and Sour Pork Stir Fry

This easy pork stir fry is packed with colorful peppers, tender broccoli and cauliflower, all tossed in a tangy sweet and sour sauce. A quick, delicious weeknight meal the whole family will love!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: dinner

Cuisine: Asian, Chinese, Japanese

Calories: 310

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb pork thinly sliced
• 1 red pepper sliced
• 1 green pepper sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup cauliflower florets
• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 cup sweet and sour sauce
• salt & pepper to taste

Equipment

• large skillet

Method

 

1. Prep Veggies & Pork: Wash and cut the vegetables. Thinly slice the pork into bite-sized strips.
2. Cook Pork: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir-fry for about 4–5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside
3. Cook Vegetables: In the same pan, add a touch more oil if needed. Add broccoli and cauliflower and cook for 2–3 minutes. Add peppers and stir-fry another 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender.
4. Combine & Sauce: Return the pork to the pan. Pour in the sweet and sour sauce and toss everything to coat. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, until heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
5. Serve: Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

Estimated Nutrition per Serving (based on standard ingredients)

• Calories: 310
  
• Protein: 25g
  
• Carbohydrates: 22g
  
• Sugar: 14g
  
• Fat: 14g
  
• Saturated Fat: 3g
  
• Fiber: 3g
  
• Sodium: 680mg

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