TASTE with David Rosengarten: The Truth About Sweet & Sour Pork (1997)

David Rosengarten returns for Molto Mario March. They are VHS tape brothers in all of this. If you find Molto, David is right there with him. I wonder if they ever actually interacted in the 90s? I always find these two together when going through the recordings. At any rate, he's going to show everyone how to make Sweet & Sour pork while recounting Chinese restaurants from his youth. David is incredibly entertaining and there's more TASTE coming out all March long. Hope you guys enjoy it!

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Description:

"Did America get sweet and sour pork all wrong? 🍍🍖 In this classic 1997 episode of TASTE with David Rosengarten, we dive deep into the history, evolution, and authenticity of this beloved Chinese-American dish. From its origins in China to the lurid, neon-red versions found in 1950s and 1960s American Chinese restaurants, David breaks down what went wrong—and how to make it right.

Watch as David Rosengarten uncovers the real way to prepare authentic sweet and sour pork, with fresh ingredients, balanced flavors, and a crisp, golden texture—no thick, gloppy batter here! Learn the secrets behind the perfect marinade, the ideal sauce, and why using real pickled shallots (instead of sweet pickles—yikes!) makes all the difference.

🔪 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ The history of sweet and sour pork in China vs. America
✔️ Why American versions are overly sweet, greasy, and unbalanced
✔️ A step-by-step guide to making real sweet and sour pork at home
✔️ The secret ingredient that takes this dish to the next level

🔥 If you love exploring global cuisine and fixing food fails, this episode is a must-watch! Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into classic dishes."

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1997ish.