Hmong-inspired Sweet And Sour Shrimp

This Hmong-inspired Sweet and Sour Shrimp recipe is a delightful combination of tangy and sweet flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a quick and delicious meal.

Hmong-inspired Sweet And Sour Shrimp

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and water. Set aside.
  2. Heat some oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, then remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, sauté the garlic, onion, and bell peppers until they start to soften.
  4. Add the pineapple chunks and the sauce mixture to the pan. Stir and let it simmer until the sauce thickens.
  5. Return the cooked shrimp to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve the sweet and sour shrimp over steamed rice and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
25g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large pan Small bowl

Tools

Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the sweet and sour shrimp over steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, add a dash of chili flakes or a drizzle of sriracha to the sweet and sour sauce.

Cost

$15