Instant Pot Sweet and Sour Pork Recipe

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil and heat until hot. Add pork cubes working in batches if necessary and cook until browned on all sides about 5 minutes. Return all the pork back to the pot and cancel Saute mode.

Whisk together 3/4 cup water ketchup rice vinegar pineapple juice brown sugar soy sauce ginger and garlic in a small bowl. Pour over pork and stir to combine.

Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions about 5 minutes. Release remaining pressure using the quick-release method. Unlock the lid and remove. Transfer pork to a plate using a slotted spoon. Cover with foil to keep warm.

Select Saute mode and stir in onion pineapple and red and green bell peppers. Simmer until vegetables start to soften 6 to 7 minutes.

Whisk together cornstarch and remaining 1/2 cup water in a small bowl until smooth. Pour slurry into the pot. Cook stirring constantly until sauce has thickened to your preferred consistency about 2 minutes. Return cooked pork back to the pot and heat until just warmed through. Garnish with sesame seeds.