Sweet & Sour Shrimp Recipe
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Sweet & Sour Sauce
Vegetables
Method
Preparation of Shrimp
- 1
Season the Shrimp
In a medium bowl, combine the large shrimp, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly with the seasonings.
- 2
Coat with Cornstarch
Sprinkle cornstarch over the seasoned shrimp and mix until they are lightly coated. This will help achieve a crispy texture when cooked.
Making the Sweet & Sour Sauce
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Stir well to mix all the ingredients.
- 4
Thicken the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add this slurry to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. Once thickened, remove from heat and set aside.
Cooking the Shrimp and Vegetables
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 6
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- 8
Combine Shrimp and Sauce
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Pour the sweet & sour sauce over the top and toss everything together to coat well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- 9
Garnish
Sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving.
