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.
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
- In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and water. Set aside.
- 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.
- In the same pan, sauté the garlic, onion, and bell peppers until they start to soften.
- Add the pineapple chunks and the sauce mixture to the pan. Stir and let it simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the pan and toss to coat with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 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