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Sweet and Sour Shrimp

Here's a relatively quick dinner that is sure to be a favorable family meal!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Asian, Honey Ginger Shrimp Stir Fry, Sweet and Sour
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and patted dry
  • 20 oz can pineapple chunks, juice drained and reserved
  • 1/2 c red bell pepper cut into chunks
  • 1/2 c green bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1/4 c finely diced red onion
  • white rice, cooked to brand specifications for 4-6 servings

Sweet and Sour Sauce

  • 1/4 c light brown sugar
  • 2 T cornstarch
  • 1/4 c red wine vinegar
  • 2 T light/low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 t salt
  • 1/2 t minced garlic
  • 1/2 t ground ginger
  • 3 T ketchup
  • 3/4 c reserved pineapple juice from the can
  • red pepper flakes, optional

Instructions

  • Drain pineapple chunks and reserve the juice to use in the sauce
  • Pat the shrimp dry and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Prep the vegetables as indicated.

Sauce

  • Whisk the brown sugar and cornstarch together.
  • Combine the other ingredients in a small saucepan, then whisk in the sugar/cornstarch mix.
  • Thicken over MEDIUM-LOW heat, stirring frequently. Remove from burner and set aside.

Shrimp/Vegetable Prep

  • Add drizzle of olive oil in a wok or medium skillet. Add the peppers and onions; stir just until peppers are softened and onions appear translucent. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • In a wok or medium skillet add a drizzle of olive oil. Heat it over MEDIUM heat. Add shrimp and stir fry until no longer pink.
  • Add the vegetables into the pan with the shrimp; add the drained pineapple chunks and the sauce. Heat for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, over LOW heat until heated through.
  • Serve over rice and enjoy! Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if desired.