Baked Sweet and Sour Pork

Baked Sweet and Sour Pork combines tender pork with a vibrant, tangy sauce, baked to perfection for a healthier take on a classic dish. This high protein meal is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Pork tenderloin - 300 grams
• Bell pepper (red) - 1 medium, diced
• Pineapple chunks - 100 grams, canned in juice
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Ketchup - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, for garnish
• Green onions - 1 tablespoon, chopped, for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Slice the pork tenderloin into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
3. In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ketchup, cornstarch, minced garlic, and minced ginger to create the sweet and sour sauce.
4. Add the pork pieces to the sauce and toss until well coated. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
5. In a baking dish, combine the marinated pork, diced bell pepper, onion, and pineapple chunks.
6. Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and toss to combine.
7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
9. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains antioxidants from bell peppers and pineapple, promoting overall health.

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