Sweet and sour shrimp with pineapple is a classic dish that combines sweet, tangy, and savory flavors in a harmonious blend. This popular dish is often served as an appetizer or main course and can be easily prepared at home with a few simple ingredients. The sweet and sour sauce is typically made with a combination of sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and pineapple juice, creating a robust flavor that complements the succulent shrimp and juicy pineapple chunks.
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SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP
Sweet and Sour Shrimp
Provided by Minute® Rice
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Our homemade Sweet and Sour Shrimp is perfect for meal prep during your week. Impress your coworkers with a sophisticated and quick meal for lunch! Step 1
- Drain pineapple chunks; reserve juice. Combine 1/3 cup juice with sweet and sour sauce, rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon cornstarch and Sriracha, if using, together in a small bowl. Set aside. Step 2
- Combine remaining juice with water to equal 2 cups. Prepare rice according to package directions, using juice mixture. Step 3
- Toss shrimp with remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in a small bowl. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp mixture to the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes turning once, until lightly browned around the edges. Remove shrimp and set aside. Step 4
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper, onion and pineapple chunks to skillet and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Return shrimp to skillet and add snow peas. Cook for 1 minute longer. Stir in the sweet and sour sauce mixture and cook, stirring until bubbling and slightly thickened. Serve over rice.
SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP WITH PINEAPPLE
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
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.
SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP
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.
CHINESE-STYLE CRISPY SHRIMP WITH SWEET & SOUR SAUCE
Another recipe to celebrate the Chinese New Year! I included the chilling time with the recipe. Some very nice and crunchy shrimp appetizers with a hot Asian sauce.
Provided by Manami
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 20 appetizers, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- RED SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE:.
- Mix all ingredients.
- Have ready for shrimp.
- SHRIMP:.
- Remove shells from shrimp, leaving tails intact.
- If shrimp are frozen do not thaw; peel under running cold water.
- Make a shallow cut lengthwise down back of each shrimp and devein.
- Slit shrimp lengthwise down the back almost in half.
- Mix eggs, the 1 tablespoon cornstarch, the wine, soy sauce and the 1/4 teaspoon salt in glass bowl; stir in shrimp.
- Cover and refrigerate 10 minutes.
- Heat oil(1-1/2 inches) in 3 quart saucepan to 375°F.
- Mix flour, water, the 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon oil, baking soda and the 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Stir shrimp into batter until coated.
- Fry 5 or 6 shrimp at a time, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; drain.
- Serve hot with sauce.
SIMPLE SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP
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
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 SOUR SHRIMP
Asian-inspired sweet and sour shrimp stir-fry.
Provided by Lanzzz
Categories Shrimp Stir-Fry
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 19
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
PINEAPPLE SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE
I have tried a few different recipes for sweet and sour sauce from this site and from other cookbooks and none of them ever seemed to be quite right, so I experimented a few times and this is the one I liked the best. Now it's the only sauce I use for my sweet and sour pork or chicken.
Provided by snstr_poptart
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk 1/4 cup pineapple juice and cornstarch together in a small bowl until smooth.
- Combine cornstarch mixture, remaining 1 3/4 cup pineapple juice, sugar, ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, crushed pineapple, and garlic powder in a large pot over high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until sauce comes to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and continue to simmer until sauce is clear and reaches desired consistency, 15 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 159.6 mg, Sugar 12.4 g
SPICY SWEET SHRIMP WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA
I wanted to find a way to use pineapple salsa in a recipe. I came up with this super simple, delicious and quick dish! -Erin Schillo, Northfield, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package directions. Stir in beans; cover and keep warm., While rice cooks, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion until tender, 3-4 minutes. Stir in pineapple juice, brown sugar and chili sauce; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, on high until liquid is reduced to 1/2 cup, 10-12 minutes., For salsa, toss pineapple with red pepper, cilantro, red onion, lime juice, salt and pepper., Once sauce has reduced, stir in shrimp and return just to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turns pink, 2-3 minutes. Serve with rice mixture and salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 129mg cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
PINEAPPLE SHRIMP STIR-FRY
I came up with this recipe for a luau-themed party and served it with sliced papaya, mango and avocado. Delish! If you don't care for coconut, sprinkle with chopped macadamia nuts instead. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch, broth, brown sugar, orange juice, soy sauce and reserved pineapple juice until smooth., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add peppers and onion; stir-fry 1-2 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Add shrimp; stir-fry 2-3 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Remove from pan., Place pineapple in skillet. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Return shrimp mixture to pan; heat through, stirring to combine. Sprinkle with coconut; serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 568mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
STIR-FRIED SWEET-AND-SOUR SHRIMP
Thanks to storebought helpers like pre-peeled shrimp, prepped pineapple, and apricot jam, this tangy stir-fry takes just twenty minutes to make.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Shrimp Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat a large, heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over high; swirl in 2 tablespoons oil. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until opaque, 1 to 2 minutes; transfer to a plate. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and bell pepper to skillet; cook, stirring, until pepper has softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, pineapple, and scallions; cook 1 minute.
- Stir jam and vinegar into skillet; bring to a boil and cook until reduced and syrupy, about 1 minute. Return shrimp to pan and toss until coated and heated through, about 1 minute. Season to taste; serve over rice, sprinkled with more vinegar and pepper.
Tips:
- Use large shrimp for a more impressive dish.
- If you don't have pineapple chunks, you can use canned pineapple tidbits.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as bell peppers, carrots, or snow peas.
- To make the sauce thicker, add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the sauce and cook until thickened.
- Serve this dish over rice or noodles.
Conclusion:
Sweet and sour shrimp with pineapple is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great dish to serve at a party or potluck. The combination of sweet and sour flavors is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this sweet and sour shrimp with pineapple recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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