Sweet and Sour Pork Steaks Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🍽️ Cook Time: 8 hours
🕒 Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
🍴 Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the flavors of the tropics with this tantalizing Sweet and Sour Pork Steaks recipe, sourced from the beloved cookbook “365 Favorite Brand Name Slow Cooker Recipes and more.” This dish combines succulent pork steaks with the sweetness of pineapple and the tang of green peppers, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or when you’re craving something easy yet delicious. Plus, with the convenience of your trusty crockpot, dinner practically prepares itself!
Ingredients:
- 4-6 pork steaks
- 1 can (about 1 cup) crushed pineapple
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup quick-cooking tapioca
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork steaks on both sides until golden brown. |
| 2 | Drain the pork steaks and transfer them to the crockpot. |
| 3 | In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pineapple, diced green bell pepper, water, brown sugar, ketchup, tapioca, soy sauce, and dry mustard. Stir until well combined. |
| 4 | Pour the pineapple mixture over the pork steaks in the crockpot. |
| 5 | Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the pork is tender and flavorful. |
| 6 | Serve the sweet and sour pork steaks over cooked rice, if desired, and enjoy the burst of tropical flavors! |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 345.8
- Fat: 10.2g
- Saturated Fat: 2.7g
- Cholesterol: 66.6mg
- Sodium: 416.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 38.3g
- Protein: 22.7g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness or tanginess of the dish according to your taste preferences by tweaking the amount of brown sugar or vinegar.
- For a thicker sauce, you can increase the amount of tapioca or use cornstarch as a thickening agent.
- Serve this delicious sweet and sour pork alongside steamed vegetables or a crisp salad for a well-rounded meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer storage. Just reheat gently before serving.
Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors in this Sweet and Sour Pork Steaks recipe, bringing a taste of the tropics to your dinner table with minimal effort and maximum satisfaction!
