Sweet-And-Sour Shrimp

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick and tangy stir-fry featuring plump shrimp in a glossy cherry glaze with crisp vegetables.
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Sweet-And-Sour Shrimp

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 102.4

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This vibrant Sweet-And-Sour Shrimp dish is a delightful twist on traditional takeout flavors, offering a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory notes in every bite. The sauce relies on the natural fruitiness of cherry pie filling, creating a glossy, vibrant glaze that clings beautifully to the succulent shrimp. Crisp water chestnuts add a satisfying crunch, while fresh green peppers provide a bright, vegetal contrast. Ground ginger and cider vinegar deepen the flavor profile, ensuring each spoonful is aromatic and complex. This meal comes together in under thirty minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners. It pairs wonderfully with steamed jasmine rice or noodles, which soak up the delicious sauce. Serve this colorful stir-fry to bring a taste of international cuisine to your family table without the hassle of complicated preparation or hard-to-find ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan or wok, combine the cherry pie filling, cider vinegar, brown sugar, and ground ginger.
  2. Cook the sauce mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it becomes hot and bubbly.
  3. Add the sliced water chestnuts and cut green pepper to the saucepan.
  4. Stir in the peeled and deveined shrimp, ensuring they are evenly coated in the sauce.
  5. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are heated through.
  6. Serve the sweet-and-sour shrimp immediately over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 102.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 1.0mg1%
Sodium 10.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 24.2g9%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g9%
Sugars 20.1g
Protein 1.5g3%

* 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, sweet and sour, stir fry, quick dinner, cherry sauce, water chestnuts, green pepper, ginger, cider vinegar, seafood, weeknight meal, asian inspired, easy recipe, rice bowl, peeled shrimp, gluten free option, family friendly, fruit based sauce, crunchy vegetables
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