Best 11 Tropical Passion Sweet Sour Shrimp Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavor-packed dish that will transport you to the tropics? Look no further than tropical passion sweet sour shrimp. This vibrant dish combines sweet, sour, and tangy flavors with the juicy texture of shrimp, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Dive into the world of tropical flavors and create a masterpiece that will impress your family and friends alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP



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Sweet and Sour Shrimp is a quick Chinese meal made all in on pot! Succulent seafood is stir-fried with bell peppers, zucchini, pineapple and then tossed in a tangy honey sauce.

Provided by Jessica Gavin

Categories     Main Course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ cup honey
⅓ cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons tomato paste
3 tablespoons pineapple juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined, 16/20 count size)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 cup red bell pepper (¾-inch dice)
1 cup zucchini (¼-inch slices)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 cup pineapple chunks
1 tablespoon sliced green onion
¼ teaspoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Whisk together honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, tomato paste, and pineapple juice and a medium bowl.
  • Whisk together cornstarch and water in a small bowl.
  • Dry shrimp with paper towels. Combine shrimp with salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Heat a wok or large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and sesame oil.
  • Once the oil is hot add the shrimp in a single layer, do not move for 1 minute. Stir and cook another 30 seconds. Transfer cooked shrimp to a clean plate.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pan, once hot add the bell pepper and zucchini. Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  • Add in the garlic and ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds.
  • Add in the pineapple and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in the sweet and sour sauce, stir and cook until simmering, 2 minutes.
  • Whisk the cornstarch mixture and then gradually add it to the center of the pan. Stir constantly until the sauce is thickened, 30 seconds.
  • Add the cooked shrimp, stir to combine and cook until shrimp are warmed through, 2 minutes.
  • Serve sweet and sour shrimp garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

TROPICAL PASSION SWEET & SOUR SHRIMP



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This is perfect for a dinner party or for a romantic meal. I saw Bob Bowersox demonstrate his unique version of Sweet & Sour Shrimp on QVC and thought it looked so delicious. I copied down the recipe, altered it to suit my tastes, and here is my version. Please - only use fresh cut fruit in this - not canned or it will not taste the same. This is nothing like Chinese style sweet and sour shrimp, but rather Hawaiian inspired. It has a fresh fruity taste, with a sour tang from the vinegar. I have only made this with shrimp so far, but I see no reason why you could not subsitute chunks of chicken or pork in this, and just stir fry it first until cooked through.

Provided by HeatherFeather

Categories     Tropical Fruits

Time 38m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons canola oil, approximately
3 cups medium large frozen shrimp, peeled & deveined,thawed (enough for 4 servings)
2 cups fresh pineapple, peeled,and cut into large chunks (do not use canned!)
1 whole fresh papaya, peeled,halved and seeded,cut into large chunks
1 whole fresh mango, peeled,pit removed,and cut into chunks
1 1/3 cups orange juice, freshly squeezed (or you may use bottled, not from concentrate orange juice)
1/2 lime, juice of (approximately 2-3 tsp)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt, to taste (I used the full measured amount)
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons fresh flat leaf parsley or 4 tablespoons cilantro, chopped,as garnish
4 -6 cups cooked white jasmine rice, freshly cooked

Steps:

  • PREPARATION: Make sure your rice is already cooking (or cooked and set to warm in an electric rice cooker).
  • Prep all of your fruits, juices, and seasonings before you begin and have them handy near the stove as this will cook quickly.
  • Whisk together the vinegar with the cornstarch until smooth and set near stove- leave whisk nearby so you can quickly rewhisk if it settles before adding.
  • Also, make sure your shrimp is peeled,& deveined and ready to go by the stove (If using raw or precooked frozen shrimp,thaw by running under cold water in a mesh strainer,tossing them with your clean hands to keep them from sticking together, until thawed- drain well and set in a bowl near the stove.) COOKING: Heat oil in a large skillet on medium high heat- you only need enough oil to keep your ingredients from sticking.
  • Add shrimp and stir fry until shrimp turns pink and is opaque- no more than 5 minutes from raw, or just 1 minute for precooked shrimp.
  • Remove from pan using a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Add orange juice, lime juice, sugar,pineapple, papaya, and mango to the pan and stir to coat.
  • Quickly rewhisk the cornstarch mixture and add to the pan- stirring constantly.
  • Bring to a boil and cook for about 1 minute, until sauce thickens slightly, stirring constantly.
  • Return shrimp to the pan and cook 1 minute or until heated through, stirring constantly.
  • Immediately remove from the heat.
  • Serve over hot cooked rice and garnish if desired with a sprinkling of fresh herbs.
  • TIP: To make pretty rice mounds, press the hot rice into a 1 cup measuring scoop or a small custard cup- place plate on top and flip over- when you remove the mold, a nice rounded dome of rice will be on the plate.

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.

EASY TROPICAL SHRIMP



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This recipe was found in a supermarket pamplet put out by the Florida Bureau of Seafood and Aquaculture. I thought it was pretty good and easy to make. The picture shows the shrimp served on sauted vegetables (thinly sliced carrots, shallots and snow peas) which I made with the marinade.

Provided by Janet Knowles

Categories     Healthy

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup fresh diced pineapple
1/2 cup diced water chestnut
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients together and toss well.
  • Chill for 2 hours.
  • Drain.
  • (Save the marinade if you want to use it to saute vegetables to serve with the shrimp).
  • Place shrimp on a broiler pan and broil 3 to 4 inches from the heat source for 3 to 4 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque and the pineapple begins to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.3, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 331.3, Sodium 551.8, Carbohydrate 18.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 13.2, Protein 36.5

STIR-FRIED SWEET-AND-SOUR SHRIMP



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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

1 pound peeled, deveined large shrimp
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, cut into thin slices (1 1/4 cups)
1 tablespoon minced garlic (from 2 to 3 cloves)
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (from a 1-inch piece)
1 cup peeled, chopped fresh pineapple
3 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 cup)
2/3 cup apricot jam or orange marmalade
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar, plus more for serving
Cooked white rice, for serving

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.

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 :

TROPICAL SHRIMP DIPPING SAUCE



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I've been trying to recreate coconut shrimp dipping sauce...this is close enough. It's great for dipping shrimp. Amounts are approximate, adjust to suit your taste.

Provided by alemonada

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup sour cream
3 tablespoons non-alcoholic pina colada mix
¼ cup canned crushed pineapple
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Mix the sour cream, pina colada mix, crushed pineapple, and sugar together in a bowl, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to chill and blend the flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 10.8 mg, Sugar 5.2 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

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-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.

SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP IN A HURRY



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Quick, easy and convenient, this family-friendly recipe is proof you can whip up a delicious dinner in minutes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
2/3 cup sweet-and-sour sauce, divided
1 package (14 ounces) frozen sugar snap peas
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole baby corn, drained
4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook onion in 2 tablespoons sweet-and-sour sauce over medium heat for 3 minutes. Stir in the peas; cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the shrimp, corn, soy sauce and remaining sweet-and-sour sauce; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 746mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling later on.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh shrimp, vegetables, and fruits will give your dish the best flavor. If you can't find fresh ingredients, frozen or canned options can also be used.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cooks very quickly, so it's important to watch it carefully to avoid overcooking. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, texture, and flavor to your dish. Some good options include bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, and snow peas.
  • Make sure your sauce is balanced: The sauce should be sweet, sour, and savory. If it's too sweet, add some sour ingredients like lemon juice or vinegar. If it's too sour, add some sweetness like sugar or honey.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it's cooked. The shrimp will be most tender and the sauce will be most flavorful.

Conclusion:

Tropical Passion Sweet and Sour Shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new shrimp recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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