Beijing Style Sweet and Sour Shrimp (糖醋虾)

糖醋虾 (Beijing Style Sweet and Sour Shrimp) is a classic dish in Beijing cuisine, known for its perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors.

Beijing Style Sweet and Sour Shrimp (糖醋虾)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks

Instructions

  1. Coat the shrimp in cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and fry the shrimp until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  3. In a separate pan, combine sugar, rice vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, and salt. Cook until the sauce thickens.
  4. Add bell peppers and pineapple chunks to the sauce, then stir in the fried shrimp.
  5. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring the shrimp is coated with the sweet and sour sauce.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
20g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Frying pan Saucepan Measuring cups and spoons Knife Cutting board

Tools

Tongs Paper towels

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Serve the 糖醋虾 with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tip: Make sure to fry the shrimp until crispy to maintain their texture in the sweet and sour sauce.

Cost

$15