Sweet & Sour Shrimp Stir-Fry Recipe π€
Overview:
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Sweet & Sour Shrimp Stir-Fry, a dish that seamlessly blends sweet and tangy notes with succulent shrimp and crisp vegetables. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful weekend feast, this recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your cravings for Asian-inspired cuisine.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/3 cup | Ketchup |
| 3 tbsp | Reduced sodium soy sauce |
| 2 tbsp | Brown sugar |
| 1 tbsp | White vinegar |
| 4 tsp | Cornstarch |
| 1 can (8 oz) | Pineapple chunks in juice |
| 8 oz | Snow pea pods |
| 2 | Plum tomatoes |
| 2 cloves | Garlic, minced |
| 12 oz | Shrimp, peeled and deveined |
| Cooked rice |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine ketchup, reduced sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, white vinegar, and cornstarch.
- Whisk the ingredients until well blended.
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Prepare the Pineapple:
- Drain the pineapple chunks using a small colander, ensuring to reserve the juices in a separate small bowl.
- Measure 1/2 cup of the reserved pineapple juice and add it to the ketchup mixture prepared earlier. Set aside.
- Discard any remaining pineapple juice.
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Prep the Vegetables:
- Trim the snow pea pods and cut them diagonally in half.
- Cut the plum tomatoes into wedges.
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Cooking:
- Heat oil in a stir-fry skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add the snow pea pods and minced garlic to the skillet.
- Stir fry for about 1 minute.
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Sauce and Shrimp:
- Reduce the heat to medium.
- Stir the ketchup mixture once more, then add it to the skillet.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, cooking and stirring for about 1 minute until it thickens.
- Add the pineapple chunks and shrimp to the skillet, tossing them to coat evenly.
- Heat thoroughly, ensuring the shrimp are cooked through.
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Final Touch:
- Remove the skillet from heat.
- Gently stir in the plum tomatoes.
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Serving:
- Serve the Sweet & Sour Shrimp Stir-Fry over cooked rice for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 270.9
- Fat: 4.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 135.7mg
- Sodium: 811mg
- Carbohydrates: 40.1g
- Fiber: 1.7g
- Sugar: 32.8g
- Protein: 20.1g
This Sweet & Sour Shrimp Stir-Fry recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it a surefire hit with friends and family alike. Enjoy the vibrant colors and aromatic aromas as you savor each delectable bite!
