Best 9 Sweet And Sour Shrimp Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of sweet and sour shrimp soup, a delightful culinary creation that tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. This soup is a symphony of flavors, combining the succulent texture of shrimp with colorful vegetables and a flavorful broth. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the world of sweet and sour shrimp soup, uncovering its origins, ingredients, and cooking techniques to help you recreate this delectable dish in your own kitchen.

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SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP SOUP



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Typically served as part of a meal in Vietnam, tangy-sweet, intensely aromatic soups like this one balance the savory, salty flavors of other foods on the table. We loved it on its own, too. Mai Pham, chef and owner of Lemon Grass restaurant in Sacramento, California, gave us the recipe.

Provided by Mai Pham

Time 50m

Yield Serves 4 (10 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons tamarind pulp* (from a 1-lb. brick)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 shallots, cut into 1/8-in.-thick slices, then dried with paper towels
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon sambal oelek* or other chili paste
1 qt. reduced-sodium chicken broth
About 1 tbsp. Thai or Vietnamese fish sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 Roma tomatoes, cut into 1-in. cubes
1 cup finely shredded green cabbage
1/4 fresh pineapple, cut into wedges, then into 1/8-in.-wide matchsticks
2 cups bean sprouts
2/3 pound raw shrimp (26 to 30 per lb.), peeled and deveined
Several sprigs rice paddy herb or cilantro, chopped
15 Thai basil leaves, torn into pieces
2 Thai bird chiles or other small hot chiles, chopped
2 limes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Break off tamarind from brick and soak in 1/3 cup warm water 30 minutes, then push through a sieve and discard solids.
  • Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot and fry shallots, gently stirring, until golden and crisp, about 12 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Pour all but about 2 tsp. oil into a heatproof bowl (reserve for another use).
  • Cook garlic in pot over medium heat, stirring, 20 seconds. Add chili paste, broth, 1 cup water, the fish sauce, sugar, tamarind liquid, and tomatoes; bring to a boil, covered.
  • Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Add cabbage, pineapple, bean sprouts, and shrimp; cook just until shrimp curl. Stir in herbs and chiles; serve with shallots and lime wedges.
  • *Find tamarind pulp and sambal oelek in the Asian aisle of well-stocked grocery stores or at Asian markets.
  • Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439, Carbohydrate 28, Cholesterol 113, Fat 29, Fiber 4, Protein 23, SaturatedFat 3.2, Sodium 886

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



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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

HOT AND SOUR SHRIMP SOUP



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Garnish with fresh basil, if desired. Try using straw mushrooms in place of regular mushrooms. Break the noodles in half before cooking.

Provided by Kathleen Burton

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood     Shrimp Soup

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 ounces thin egg noodles
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 large tomato, cut into wedges
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
1 stalk celery, sliced
2 tablespoons white sugar
3 cups chicken broth
3 cups water
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ cup bean sprouts
1 green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook mushrooms and garlic in oil until soft (do not brown). Stir in tomato, pineapple, celery and sugar and cook until tomatoes begin to soften. Stir in chicken broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and stir in lime juice and soy sauce; simmer 5 minutes. Stir in shrimp and red pepper and simmer 3 minutes more, until shrimp are pink. Stir in bean sprouts, onion and reserved noodles. Heat through and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 131.1 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 996.4 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

SWEET-AND-SOUR SHRIMP SOUP



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     one pot, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield About 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 pounds medium shrimp, shells on
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 stalk lemongrass, smashed
1 2-inch piece ginger
1/2 teaspoon dried chili powder
1 cup tomatoes, chopped and stewed
1 tablespoon roasted sesame-seed oil
2 cups 1/2-inch chunks fresh pineapple
2 teaspoons Vietnamese fish sauce
4 scallions, julienned
2 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
3/4 teaspoons sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 cup cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • To make the broth, peel the shrimp, saving the shells (about 5 cups). Refrigerate the shrimp. In a heavy pot, heat the oil over high heat. When nearly smoking, add the shells, lemongrass, ginger and chili powder and toss for 3 minutes, or until the shells are toasted. Add 8 cups water and tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour, or until reduced by half. Strain the broth through a fine sieve, pressing down on the shells to extract liquid. (You should have 5 cups; if you have less add water to equal 5 cups.) Discard solids.
  • To make the soup, return the broth to the pot. Add the sesame oil, pineapple and fish sauce and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Add the scallions, lime juice, sugar, and 1 pound of the reserved shrimp. (Save the rest for another use.) Heat until the shrimp are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, stir in the cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 125, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 634 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

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

SWEET-AND-SOUR SHRIMP



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
1 pound peeled, deveined large shrimp
Pinch of red-pepper flakes
1 chopped red bell pepper
1 can (15.25 ounces) Del Monte® Sliced Peaches in Heavy Syrup
1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
Cilantro
Rice with lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Cook shrimp and red-pepper flakes until shrimp are opaque. Transfer to a plate. Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil and cook bell pepper until crisp-tender, 1 minute. Add Del Monte® Sliced Peaches in Heavy Syrup, bring to a boil and cook until thickened. Stir in shrimp and ginger. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve over rice with lemon wedges.

HOT AND SOUR SHRIMP SOUP



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     lunch, one pot, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 Chinese dried black mushrooms
1/4 cup dried Chinese lily buds
8 dried Chinese tree ears
1 cup hot water
4 cups chicken stock
4 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 cake Chinese tofu
6 ounces small shrimp, shelled, deveined and sliced in half lengthwise
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot chili oil
2 scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • Place mushrooms, lily buds and tree ears in hot water and allow to soak for 30 minutes. Drain, reserving the water.
  • Discard the stems from the mushrooms and slice the caps. Cut away the hard ends of the lily buds and cut the tree ears in half.
  • Bring stock to a simmer in a saucepan, add the soaking liquid, vinegar, soy sauce, mushrooms, lily buds and tree ears. Simmer for five minutes.
  • Dissolve cornstarch in cold water and stir into the soup. Slice the tofu and add, along with the shrimp. When the soup returns to a simmer dribble in the egg slowly, stirring constantly. Season soup with hot chili oil to taste, dust with scallions and serve.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked shrimp or frozen shrimp that has been thawed.
  • If you don't have rice vinegar, you can use white vinegar or apple cider vinegar instead.
  • To make the soup spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • For a more colorful soup, add some chopped red bell pepper or carrots.
  • Serve the soup with a side of rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour shrimp soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you like it spicy, sour, or sweet, this soup is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this sweet and sour shrimp soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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