Sweet-And-Sour Shrimp

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick, tangy, and savory stir-fry with tender shrimp and sweet pineapple chunks
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Sweet-And-Sour Shrimp

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 317.6
Dietary:
L Low-fat

Description

This classic Chinese-inspired Sweet-And-Sour Shrimp is a vibrant, quick-cooking meal that delivers bold flavors with every bite. The dish features tender, lightly battered shrimp tossed in a glossy, tangy sauce made from pineapple juice, ketchup, and cider vinegar. Sweet chunks of pineapple add a refreshing contrast to the savory depth of dark sesame oil and dry sherry, while crisp onions, earthy mushrooms, and sweet green peas provide excellent texture. It is a perfect weeknight dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes, offering a restaurant-quality experience at home. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete, satisfying meal that balances sweet, sour, and savory notes beautifully.

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, and egg white; whisk until smooth.
  2. Add the shrimp to the bowl and stir well to coat evenly.
  3. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  4. Drain the pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons of the juice.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the reserved pineapple juice, water, sugar, ketchup, cider vinegar, dry sherry, cornstarch, dark sesame oil, and salt; stir until well blended and set aside.
  6. Remove shrimp from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  7. Heat 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  8. Add the shrimp and stir-fry for 1 minute.
  9. Add the diced onion and mushrooms; stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  10. Pour in the ketchup mixture and add the frozen green peas; stir-fry for 1 minute or until the sauce is thick and bubbly.
  11. Remove from heat and gently stir in the pineapple chunks.
  12. Serve immediately over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 317.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.2g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 172.5mg58%
Sodium 1578.0mg66%
Total Carbohydrate 56.7g19%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g22%
Sugars 38.4g
Protein 25.0g50%

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

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