Best 10 Sweet And Sour Shrimp Casserole Microwave Recipes

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Welcome to the delightful world of "Sweet and Sour Shrimp Casserole Microwave"! Embark on a culinary journey where succulent shrimp and vibrant vegetables harmonize in a tantalizing fusion of flavors. Discover the secrets to creating a mouthwatering casserole that tantalizes your taste buds with each bite, all within the convenience of your microwave. In this comprehensive guide, we will unveil the perfect balance of tangy sweetness and savory umami, guiding you through every step from ingredient selection to preparation techniques, ensuring culinary success for home cooks of all levels.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

6 tablespoons chicken stock or water
3 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons pineapple or orange juice
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 pound shrimp
2 teaspoons minced ginger
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
1 cup thinly sliced onions
1 cup 1-inch chunks green bell peppers
1 cup pineapple chunks
12 maraschino cherries
6 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
Hot white rice, accompaniment

Steps:

  • To make the sauce, in a bowl, combine 1/4 cup of stock, the ketchup, sugar, juice, vinegar, soy, and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper flakes. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch with the remaining 2 tablespoons of stock and stir to dissolve. Set aside.
  • In a bowl, toss the shrimp with the ginger, garlic, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes. Set aside for 10 to 20 minutes.
  • Heat a large wok over high heat. Add the oil, swirling to coat the sides and bottom of the pan. Add the shrimp, garlic, and ginger and stir-fry until pink, about 2 minutes. Remove from the pan. Add the onions and peppers and stir-fry until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add the sauce and cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Add the cornstarch mixture and bring to a boil. Return the shrimp to the pan and add the pineapples, cherries, and green onions. Cook until the sauce is thick, about 1 minute.
  • Remove from the heat and serve over rice.

SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP CASSEROLE (MICROWAVE)



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Shrimp Casserole (Microwave) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MsSally

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 medium onion, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can pineapple chunks (juice pack)
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup vinegar
1 medium green sweet pepper, cut into strips
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
3 cups cooked rice (hot)

Steps:

  • Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels.
  • In a 2-quart microwave-safe casserole, combine onion and oil. Cover and microwave on 100% power (high) for 2 minutes. Add shrimp; cover and cook on high for 2 to 3 minutes more or until shrimp turn opaque, stirring once. Drain shrimp and onion in a colander; set aside.
  • In the same casserole, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, ginger, and black pepper. Stir in undrained pineapple, soy sauce, and vinegar. Cook, uncovered, on high for 5 to 6 minutes or until thickened and bubbly, stirring after every minute.
  • Stir in sweet pepper. Cook, uncovered, on high for 1 minute. Stir in shrimp mixture and water chestnuts. Cook, uncovered, on high for 30 to 45 seconds more or until heated through, stirring once. Serve with hot cooked rice.

SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE (MICROWAVE)



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Sauce (Microwave) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Grand Chef Otto

Categories     Sauces

Time 8m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons cornstarch
3/4 cup water
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Combine blended Cornstarch and water with remaining ingredients in a bowl.
  • Cook on high for for 3 minutes or until sauce boils and thickens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.1, Sodium 170.1, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 8.4, Protein 0.3

SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP



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Asian-inspired sweet and sour shrimp stir-fry.

Provided by Lanzzz

Categories     Shrimp Stir-Fry

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ cup honey
⅓ cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons tomato paste
3 tablespoons pineapple juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 pound extra-large shrimp - peeled, deveined, and tails removed
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1 cup sliced zucchini
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 cup pineapple chunks
1 tablespoon sliced green onions
¼ teaspoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Whisk together honey, rice vinegar, tomato paste, pineapple juice, and soy sauce for sweet and sour sauce in a medium bowl. Whisk together water and cornstarch for thickener in another bowl. Set both aside.
  • Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Combine shrimp, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl; toss to season.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and the sesame oil in a wok or large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer to the hot oil; cook for 1 minute without stirring. Stir and cook for another 30 seconds. Transfer to a clean plate.
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the wok. When heated, add bell pepper and zucchini; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add pineapple; stir-fry for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the reserved sweet and sour sauce; stir and cook until simmering, about 2 minutes.
  • Whisk the cornstarch mixture again, then gradually add it to the center of the wok; stir constantly until sauce has thickened, about 30 seconds.
  • Return the cooked shrimp to the wok; stir to combine and cook until shrimp are warmed through, about 2 minutes.
  • Garnish each serving with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.2 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Cholesterol 172.5 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 738.4 mg

KUMQUAT JAM-MICROWAVE



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Make and share this Kumquat Jam-Microwave recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Citrus

Time 31m

Yield 2 cups, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 lb kumquat (3 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Wash fruits and slice to 1/8 inch thick-discard the seeds and ends.
  • Chop coarse.
  • In a 2-3 quart microwaveable bowl mix fruit with sugar.
  • Cook, uncovered on high for 6 minutes-you want it to boil.
  • Stir down and cook for 10 minutes more-stopping every 2 minutes to stir down.
  • Remove.
  • Jam will thicken as it cools.
  • This will keep in your fridge for 2 months or freezer for 6.

SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP WITH PINEAPPLE



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Shrimp With Pineapple recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jamilahs_Kitchen

Categories     Asian

Time 30m

Yield 25 Shrimp, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup chicken broth, reduced sodium
1/4 cup Japanese soy sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes, crushed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 lb large shrimp, shelled and deveined (21 to 25 count)
1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeds and ribs removed, and cut into 1 inch cubes
3 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • To make the sauce base, sprinkle the cornstarch over 1/3 cup water in a small bowl and whisk to dissolve the cornstarch. Add the broth, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and red pepper flakes and mix well. Set aside.
  • Heat a 12 inch nonstick skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablesppon of the oil and swirl the skillet to slick the bottom with oil. Add the shrimp and stir-fry just until the shrimp turn opaque, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a plate.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon ili to the skillet and heat over medium high heat. Add the red pepper and stir until it begins to soften, about ` minute, Add the scallions and stir until they begin to wilt, about 1 minute. Add the pineapple and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 2 minutes. Stir in the shrimp and garlic and stir-fry until the garlic gives off its aroma, about 1 minute. Pour in the sauce base and brin to a boil to thicken the sauce stirring occasionally.
  • Serve hot, spooned over rice.

BATTER FOR SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP



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Make and share this Batter for Sweet and Sour Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Aroostook

Categories     Healthy

Time 20m

Yield 30 shrimp coated, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup water
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon oil

Steps:

  • Mix together and let set for 10 minutes.
  • Dip shrimp in batter and shake off excess.
  • Deep fry 350 degree F for 5-6 minutes.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Keep warm in 200 degree F oven until ready to serve.

SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP



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Tired of you usual shrimp recipes? Canned cherry pie filling adds convenience to this delightful dish that takes only minutes to prepare.-Cherry Marketing Institute.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 green pepper, cut into thin strips
1 can (8 ounce) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 pound shrimp, peeled, cooked and deveined
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine pie filling, vinegar, brown sugar and ginger; mix well. Cook over medium heat until filling is hot and bubbly. Add green pepper, water chestnuts and shrimp. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until shrimp are heated through. Do not over cook. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts :

SIMPLE SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP



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In less time than it takes to wait for delivery from a restaurant, you can make an Asian-inspired supper from scratch!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (8.8 oz each) microwavable long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2 medium green bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
1 1/2 lb uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp, thawed if frozen, tail shells removed
1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks in juice, drained
1 1/2 cups sweet-and-sour sauce

Steps:

  • Cook rice in microwave as directed on package. Place in bowl; cover to keep warm.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over high heat. Add onion; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add bell peppers; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in shrimp and pineapple. Cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Reduce heat; stir in sweet-and-sour sauce. Cook 1 to 2 minute, stirring constantly, until shrimp are pink. Serve shrimp mixture over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 74 g, Cholesterol 160 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 40 g, TransFat 0 g

SWEET AND SPICY SHRIMPS



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Homemade and delicious Korean-influenced marinated and glazed sweet and spicy shrimp. Serve with salad, or over rice, pasta, or potatoes. Garnish with more sesame seeds.

Provided by Sandra's Easy Cooking

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Korean

Time 52m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup light soy sauce
3 scallions, minced, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon finely minced ginger
1 ½ teaspoons mirin
1 ½ teaspoons white sugar, or more to taste
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ tablespoon gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste)

Steps:

  • Combine soy sauce, 2 minced scallions, garlic, sesame seeds, cornstarch, ginger, mirin, sugar, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil in a bowl to make marinade.
  • Place shrimp in a large resealable plastic bag; pour in marinade. Seal the bag and shake to coat shrimp. Place in refrigerator and marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; add shrimp. Cook, turning and basting a few times with leftover marinade, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a bowl, reserving oil in the skillet.
  • Pour 3 tablespoons of the marinade and gochujang to the skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Brush glaze over cooked shrimp or use as a dip. Sprinkle the remaining minced scallion on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 345.1 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 42.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 2586.1 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Tips:

  • Proper Shrimp: Select fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined for convenience. For an authentic seafood flavor, opt for jumbo or large shrimp.
  • Splendid Sauce: Create a delectable sweet and sour sauce using pineapple chunks, green bell pepper, onion, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and ketchup. For a tangy twist, add a dash of ginger and garlic.
  • Velvety Casserole: Combine cooked rice, shrimp, and the prepared sweet and sour sauce in a microwave-safe casserole dish. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and microwave until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Microwave Cook: Microwave on high power for about 5-7 minutes, or until the dish is heated through. Let it stand for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Garnish Delight: Enhance the visual appeal of your casserole with a garnish of chopped green onions or fresh cilantro. Serve hot, accompanied by additional sweet and sour sauce for dipping.

Conclusion:

This scrumptious Sweet and Sour Shrimp Casserole prepared in the microwave offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The tender shrimp coated in a tangy sweet and sour sauce, the fluffy rice, and the melted cheddar cheese blend harmoniously to create a satisfying meal. Its ease of preparation makes it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its vibrant colors and delectable taste, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite. So, gather your ingredients, follow the simple steps, and savor the delightful experience of this microwave-made Sweet and Sour Shrimp Casserole.

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