Ingredients

  • 12 cups water for boiling walnuts
  • 4 teaspoons salt for boiling walnuts
  • 3 ounces walnuts fresh shelled
  • 1/2 each sweet red bell peppers
  • 1/2 each green bell peppers
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for stir-frying
  • 6 ounces pineapple slices
  • 1/4 cup sweet and sour sauce
  • 1 medium carrots shredded, for garnish

Method

  • Bring 5 to 6 cups water with 2 teaspoons salt to a boil.
  • Boil the walnuts in the boiling salted water for 5 minutes.
  • Drain.
  • Repeat one more time.
  • (This removes any bitter taste from the walnuts).
  • Drain and allow the walnuts to cool.
  • Cut the bell peppers into bite-sized chunks.
  • In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the 3 tablespoons water and set aside.
  • Add 1 tablespoon oil to a frying pan or preheated wok.
  • When the oil is hot, add the walnuts.
  • Stir-fry briefly, then add the bell peppers and the pineapple slices.
  • Stir in the sweet and sour sauce.
  • Give the cornstarch mixture a quick restir and add.
  • Mix and serve hot, garnished with the carrot.