How to make sweet-and-sour pork – recipe | Felicity Cloake's Masterclass

Forget ordering a takeaway: the perfect home-cooked Chinese favourite is but nine simple steps away …

Sweet-and-sour sauce, which hails from the southern Chinese city of Guangzhou and is much loved in nearby Hong Kong, has been a victim of its own popularity – you can now buy sweet-and-sour-flavour Pot Noodles, crisps and even dips. But, when made with care, the crunchy meat, tangy sauce and sweet fruit will remind you why you fell for it in the first place.

Prep 20 min
Marinate 30 min+
Cook 10 min
Serves 2