Get ready to transport your kitchen into a sizzling Chinese culinary adventure with the most mouthwatering Sweet n Sour Shrimp recipe that'll have your family begging for seconds! In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that combines succulent shrimp, vibrant bell peppers, and juicy pineapple chunks, all dancing in a tantalizing sweet and sour sauce that promises to make your taste buds do a happy dance.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Bell pepper, chopped
- Pineapple chunks
- Sweet and sour sauce
- Vegetable oil
- Green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: peeled and deveined shrimp, chopped bell pepper, pineapple chunks, sweet and sour sauce, vegetable oil, and sliced green onions.
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, chopped bell pepper, and pineapple chunks. Toss them together gently to mix.
- In a skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the shrimp mixture to the hot skillet. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, and the bell pepper becomes slightly tender.
- Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the shrimp and vegetables in the skillet. Stir well to coat everything evenly with the sauce.
- Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld together.
- Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the dish with sliced green onions for added flavor and color.
- Serve the sweet and sour shrimp hot over steamed rice or noodles, if desired. Enjoy your meal!
Tips
- Choose Fresh Shrimp: Always select fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture. Look for shrimp that smells clean and ocean-like, not fishy.
- Don't Overcook: Shrimp cook quickly! Watch for them to turn pink and opaque, which typically takes 3-4 minutes. Overcooked shrimp become rubbery and tough.
- High Heat is Key: Use medium-high heat to get a nice sear on the shrimp and create those delicious caramelized edges.
- Prep Ingredients in Advance: Chop all vegetables and have your sauce ready before you start cooking to ensure a smooth, stress-free cooking process.
- Customize Your Sauce: If you prefer a tangier or sweeter sauce, feel free to adjust the sweet and sour sauce to your taste preferences.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
