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Sweet and Sour Shrimp Recipe You Must Try Today!

A delicious and vibrant Sweet and Sour Shrimp recipe that combines succulent shrimp with colorful vegetables and a tangy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup bell peppers chopped (mix of red and green)
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked rice for serving

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped onion and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  5. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Add pineapple chunks and stir gently to combine. Cook for another minute until heated through.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over cooked rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 22gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
  • Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different protein option, adjusting cooking times as necessary.

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