Description
Prepare to embark on a flavor journey with our mouthwatering Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp recipe. This dish boasts a delightful fusion of sweet, spicy, and tangy notes, transporting your taste buds to a tropical paradise. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a show-stopping entree for your next gathering, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce or sriracha-style chili sauce
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 2 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and pineapple juice.
2. Add the shrimp to the sauce and toss to ensure they are evenly coated.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and sauce and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
4. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate, leaving the sauce in the pan.
5. In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and cold water, then add it to the pan. Simmer the sauce until it thickens to your desired consistency.
6. Return the shrimp to the pan, add the pineapple chunks, and toss everything together to coat the shrimp in the flavorful sauce.
7. Garnish the Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp with chopped green onions and serve warm over a bed of rice or your favorite vegetable side dish.
Notes
To ensure your Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp turns out perfectly every time, consider these helpful tips:
Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best texture and flavor. Opt for medium to large-sized shrimp, and be sure to peel and devein them before cooking.
If you prefer a milder dish, start with less sweet chili sauce and gradually increase the amount to suit your taste preferences. For a spicier kick, you can substitute the sweet chili sauce with a hotter sriracha-style sauce.
Shrimp can quickly become rubbery if cooked for too long. Keep a close eye on them and remove from the heat as soon as they turn pink and opaque.
This recipe is naturally dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg