This Sweet and Sour Shrimp dish is a delicious recipe for busy days. This easy-to-follow recipe combines succulent shrimp with a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors, resulting in a mouthwatering dish that will leave you craving more. 

Our sweet and sour shrimp recipe strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy flavors. With the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple and the tanginess of vinegar, each bite of this dish is a burst of deliciousness. 

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, a sweet and sour shrimp stir fry is sure to impress. Preparing this easy recipe recipe is a breeze, making it an ideal choice for an easy weeknight dinner. 

Serve this easy sweet and sour shrimp recipe over a bed of steamed rice or alongside crispy noodles for a complete and satisfying meal. 

How to Make Sweet and Sour Shrimp 

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup carrot, sliced
• 1 cup green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup pineapple, sliced
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoon vegetable oil, olive oil or cooking oil

Sour Sauce Ingredients

• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons warm water or pineapple juice

Directions

Get your pot of rice started. Dice your vegetables and add to a seperate bowl,

To make the flavorful sauce, whisk together the honey, vinegar, soy sauce, tomato paste, lemon juice and orange juice in a medium bowl.

To achieve a glossy and thick sweet and sour sauce, mix cornstarch with water in a small bowl to create a slurry. 

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.

Heat a tablespoon oil in a wok or a large skillet and add the juicy shrimp. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side, until they are lightly golden brown on medium heat.. Avoid overcooking, as it can make the shrimp tough and rubbery.

Add in the carrots, onion and garlic in with the cooked shrimp and cook for another minute before adding the bell peppers and red pepper. Cook for another minute on medium-high heat. Stir-fry the vegetables until they are slightly softened but still retain some crunch. This ensures a delightful mix of textures in the dish.

Pour your sweet and sour sauce into the skillet, stir and cook on low heat until your sauce is simmering. 

Add your cornstarch slurry to the pan and stir well, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the shrimp and vegetables evenly.

Before serving, sprinkle some chopped green onions or cilantro on top for freshness and color. 

Serve your sweet and sour shrimp stir-fry warm with rice.

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What to Serve with Sweet and Sour Shrimp 

There are several side dishes that complement the flavors and textures of the dish. Here are some popular options:

• Sweet and sour shrimp pairs well with a side of fried rice. The savory flavors of the rice complement the tangy sweetness of the shrimp, creating a satisfying combination.
• If you prefer a simpler side dish, a bowl of steamed jasmine rice or brown rice is always a good option. It helps balance the flavors of the sweet and sour shrimp without overpowering them.
• Serve your sweet and sour shrimp with a side of steamed vegetables such as bok choy, broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers. The fresh and slightly crunchy vegetables provide a nice contrast to the tender shrimp.
• Opt for a side of stir-fried noodles to accompany your sweet and sour shrimp. The noodles absorb the sauce and add an extra element of texture to the meal.
• Crispy egg rolls make a tasty side dish for sweet and sour shrimp. 

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Easy Sweet and Sour Shrimp Recipe

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

This Sweet and Sour Shrimp dish is a delicious recipe for busy days. This easy-to-follow recipe combines succulent shrimp with a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors, resulting in a mouthwatering dish that will leave you craving more. 

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Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup carrot, sliced
• 1 cup green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup pineapple, sliced
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoon vegetable oil, olive oil or cooking oil
• Sour Sauce Ingredients
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/3 cup rice vinegar
• 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons warm water or pineapple juice

Instructions

1. Get your pot of rice started. Dice your vegetables and add to a seperate bowl,
2. Whisk together the honey, vinegar, soy sauce, tomato paste, lemon juice and orange juice in a medium bowl.
3. In a small bowl, make a cornstarch slurry by whisking together a tablespoon of cornstarch and warm water.
4. Pat the shrimp with paper towels.
5. Heat oil in a wok or a large skillet and add the juicy shrimp. Stir fry the shrimp until they are lightly golden brown on medium heat.
6. Add in the carrots, onion and garlic in with the cooked shrimp and cook for another minute before adding the bell peppers and red pepper. Cook for another minute on medium-high heat.
7. Pour your sweet and sour sauce into the skillet, stir and cook on low heat until your sauce is simmering. Then add in the cornstarch mixture. You will want to keep a close eye to ensure it does not burn or stick, so stir constantly until thickened.
8. Serve your sweet and sour shrimp stir-fry warm with rice.

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