Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (I recommend olive oil or avocado oil)
- 1 pound boneless pork loin or pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 8–ounce can of pineapple chunks, with the juice
- 1 red bell pepper, cored and sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 3/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (you can also use ketchup)
- 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce (use coconut aminos for a soy-free version)
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey (you can also use brown sugar)
- 2 cups steamed rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and ¼ cup of water. Stir together and set aside.
- Then, add the oil to the base of your Instant Pot. Hit the “sauté” button and let the oil heat up for a few minutes.
- Add the pork, onion, and garlic, and let the mixture cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Cancel the sauté function and add the pineapple chunks and juice, bell pepper, ¾ cup of water, tomato paste, tamari or soy sauce, white wine vinegar, and honey. Stir to combine.
- Lock on the lid and set the time to 6 minutes at high pressure.
- When the cook time is up, let the pressure come down naturally for 5 minutes. Then, use the quick release to get rid of any remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove the lid. Stir in the cornstarch slurry.
- Hit the sauté function and simmer, uncovered, for about 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce starts to thicken.
- Cancel the sauté function and serve hot.
Notes
- This recipe is very versatile. You can swap out the vegetables for ones you like or have on hand.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat before serving.
- The nutrition info for this recipe does not include rice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 266
- Sugar: 16.9 g
- Sodium: 629.9 mg
- Fat: 8.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 25.2 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23.2 g
- Cholesterol: 54.9 mg