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Orange Glazed Pork

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 6
Author: Vanjo Merano

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. pork shoulder cut into small cubes
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • ¼ cup cane or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup green onions finely chopped
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 cups cooking oil

Instructions

  • Sprinkle salt and ground black pepper all over the pork. Toss the pork to distribute the seasoning. Let it stay for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a cooking pot.
  • Once the oil becomes hot, dredge the pork in cornstarch then deep fry for 5 to 8 minutes or until the color turns golden brown and the texture becomes crisp.
  • Remove the cooked pork from the cooking pot. Place in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
  • Make the orange glaze by combining water, vinegar, and soy sauce in a saucepan. Stir and let boil.
  • Add the garlic powder and brown sugar. Stir and cook until the liquid reduces in half.
  • Pour the glaze all over the pork. Toss to coat the pork completely.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle the chopped green onions on top.
  • Serve. Share and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 6g