Sweet And Sour Cherries & Shrimp

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Servings: 9 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, tangy stir-fry combining succulent shrimp with sweet-tart cherries and crisp vegetables.
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This Sweet and Sour Cherries & Shrimp dish offers a delightful twist on classic stir-fry flavors. The combination of juicy cherries, tender shrimp, and crisp green peppers creates a unique balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes. The sauce is thickened with cornstarch for a glossy finish that coats the ingredients perfectly. It’s a quick and easy meal that comes together in under 45 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. The addition of water chestnuts provides a satisfying crunch, while the aromatic ginger and vinegar add depth. Serve over fluffy steamed rice for a complete, restaurant-quality dinner that feels both comforting and exotic. This recipe is a fantastic way to use fresh or canned cherries, turning them into a sophisticated main course.

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Sweet And Sour Cherries & Shrimp

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 9 Calories: 18.0

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This Sweet and Sour Cherries & Shrimp dish offers a delightful twist on classic stir-fry flavors. The combination of juicy cherries, tender shrimp, and crisp green peppers creates a unique balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes. The sauce is thickened with cornstarch for a glossy finish that coats the ingredients perfectly. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick and easy meal that comes together in under 45 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. The addition of water chestnuts provides a satisfying crunch, while the aromatic ginger and vinegar add depth. Serve over fluffy steamed rice for a complete, restaurant-quality dinner that feels both comforting and exotic. This recipe is a fantastic way to use fresh or canned cherries, turning them into a sophisticated main course.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cook the rice according to package directions and keep warm.
  2. If using fresh cherries, pit them. If using canned cherries, drain them, reserving the juice.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar, salt, and ground ginger.
  4. Gradually whisk in the cider vinegar and reserved cherry juice (or water if using fresh cherries without juice) until smooth.
  5. In a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat, add a little oil if desired, and sauté the green pepper strips for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture into the wok. Stir constantly until the sauce comes to a boil and thickens.
  7. Add the water chestnuts, cherries, and cooked shrimp to the thickened sauce.
  8. Stir gently to coat all ingredients and heat through for 2-3 minutes. Do not overcook the shrimp.
  9. Serve the sweet and sour cherry shrimp mixture hot over the cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 9

Amount Per Serving
Calories 18.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 4.1g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g8%
Sugars 2.2g
Protein 0.8g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: shrimp, cherries, sweet and sour, stir fry, rice, green pepper, water chestnuts, ginger, cider vinegar, dinner, easy, quick, fruit, seafood, asian inspired, weeknight meal, cornstarch sauce, vegetables
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