Sweet And Sour Shrimp Recipe

Name: Sweet And Sour Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. butter; 1 lb. cooked, cleaned shrimp; 1 can pineapple chunks; 1 c. green pepper strips; 1/2 c. sugar; 1/2 c. vinegar; pinch of salt; 1 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1/4 tsp. ginger; 2 1/2 Tbsp. cornstarch

Servings: persons

1
Preheat frypan.
2
Melt butter in frypan.
3
Saute shrimp 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Add pineapple (with juice), ginger, green pepper, vinegar, sugar and soy sauce.
5
Blend well. Cover.
6
Reduce heat to low.
7
Cook 10 to 15 minutes.
8
Spoon out a little liquid and mix with cornstarch.
9
Pour into shrimp mixture and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
10
Serve over rice. Makes 6 servings.

416

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbsp. butter, 1 lb. cooked, cleaned shrimp, 1 can pineapple chunks, 1 c. green pepper strips, and more.

Yes, Sweet And Sour Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sweet And Sour Shrimp

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