LIGHT SWEET AND SOUR PORK

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A very tasty alternative to batter-fried pork. One could probably use chicken instead of the pork. From Better Homes and Gardens: Family Favorites Made Lighter.

Provided by ChipotleChick

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup cooked rice
12 ounces lean boneless pork
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons melted margarine
1 clove minced garlic
1 cup fat free chicken broth
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce
nonstick cooking spray
1 clove minced garlic
1 1/2 cups thin diagonally sliced carrots
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch squares
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch squares
3 green onions, sliced into diagonal 1 inch pieces
1 (8 ounce) can drained pineapple chunks

Steps:

  • Trim fat from pork and cut into 3/4 inch pieces.
  • Place breadcrumbs on a plate.
  • Mix melted margarine and a clove minced garlic.
  • Add to pork in a plastic bag and toss to coat evenly.
  • Roll pork in breadcrumbs and place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake at 375 for 10 to 12 minutes until the pork is no longer pink.
  • Do not turn it.
  • In a bowl mix together chicken broth, sugar, wine vinegar, cornstarch, and soy sauce.
  • Set aside.
  • Spray a wok or skillet with nonstick cooking spray, along with a teaspoon of oil, if needed.
  • Add a clove minced garlic and stir-fry 15 seconds, then add carrots, cover and cook 3 minutes, add green and red bell peppers with onion and stir fry again for 3 or 4 minutes.
  • Remove veggies from wok.
  • Stir the sauce and add to the wok, cook until bubbly and thickened, plus an additional minute.
  • Stir in the vegetables and pineapple chunks.
  • Cook about a minute or until heated through.
  • Arrange pork on a platter and spoon sauce over top.
  • Serve with hot cooked rice.

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