Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Orient! Hot and sour shrimp stir-fry is a classic Chinese dish that bursts with vibrant flavors and textures. This delectable dish features succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a tantalizing sauce that harmonizes sweet, sour, and spicy notes.
In this comprehensive guide, we present not one but three variations of this beloved dish, each offering a unique twist on the original. Our classic hot and sour shrimp stir-fry recipe embodies the traditional flavors of this iconic dish, while our Thai-inspired version adds a touch of exotic flair with lemongrass and Thai chilies. For those seeking a healthier alternative, our low-carb hot and sour shrimp stir-fry is a fantastic option, featuring cauliflower rice and a reduced-sugar sauce.
Each recipe is meticulously explained with step-by-step instructions, ensuring success even for novice cooks. We provide detailed guidance on preparing the shrimp, selecting the freshest vegetables, and crafting the perfect sauce. Whether you're a seasoned home chef or just starting your culinary adventure, these recipes will empower you to create an unforgettable dining experience.
STIR-FRIED SWEET-AND-SOUR SHRIMP
Thanks to storebought helpers like pre-peeled shrimp, prepped pineapple, and apricot jam, this tangy stir-fry takes just twenty minutes to make.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Shrimp Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat a large, heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over high; swirl in 2 tablespoons oil. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until opaque, 1 to 2 minutes; transfer to a plate. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and bell pepper to skillet; cook, stirring, until pepper has softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, pineapple, and scallions; cook 1 minute.
- Stir jam and vinegar into skillet; bring to a boil and cook until reduced and syrupy, about 1 minute. Return shrimp to pan and toss until coated and heated through, about 1 minute. Season to taste; serve over rice, sprinkled with more vinegar and pepper.
SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP STIR-FRY
Steps:
- Prepare shrimp according to package directions and keep warm. Place a wok or a large saute pan over high heat. Add oil and stir-fry mix and cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Add sweet and sour sauce. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Fold in shrimp just until coated and serve mixture spooned over rice Food Safety Statement: -Keep frozen until ready to prepare. -Due to differences in appliances, cooking times may vary and require adjustment. -Microwaving not recommended. -For food safety this product must be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F -Caution - Product will be hot!
HOT 'N' SOUR SHRIMP
Looking for something quick, colorful and chock-full of healthy ingredients to set before your family and friends? Try spooning this hearty dish from Mary Ann Dell of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania over spaghetti. "Stir-fry meal are always a family favorite," she notes, "and because of the mild kick of this recipe, it's in especially hot demand!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients until smooth; set aside. In a skillet or wok, heat oil; stir-fry red pepper and mushrooms for 4 minutes. Add the shrimp, garlic and pepper flakes; stir-fry 3-4 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink and vegetables are crisp-tender. , Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Add cucumber; cook and stir 1 minute longer or until heated through. Serve with spaghetti if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
HOT AND SOUR SHRIMP STIR-FRY
Make and share this Hot And Sour Shrimp Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Gingerbear
Categories Sauces
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Peel and devein shrimp.
- Combine shrimp and next 5 ingredients in a shallow bowl; stir well.
- Cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Discard stems from mushrooms.
- Cut mushrooms tops in half; set aside.
- Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add green onions and shrimp; stir-fry 1 minute.
- Add mushroom tops; stir-fry 2 minutes or until shrimp turns pink.
- Serve over rice.
HOT-AND-SOUR SAUCE (STIR FRY)
This sauce recipe is enough to coat 3/4 pound beef, chicken, pork, seafood, or tofu plus 1 1/2 pounds chopped vegetables and aromatics such as garlic, ginger and scallions. From Cook's Illustrated.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Sauces
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in small bowl and set aside until needed (Sauce can be prepared a few hours in advance.) Once all ingredients have been stir-fried, add sauce to pan along with any ingredients that have been stir-fried and then removed from pan.
- Stir-fry until ingredients are well coated with sauce and sizzling hot, about 1 minute.
SWEET AND SOUR SHRIMP
Asian-inspired sweet and sour shrimp stir-fry.
Provided by Lanzzz
Categories Shrimp Stir-Fry
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Whisk together honey, rice vinegar, tomato paste, pineapple juice, and soy sauce for sweet and sour sauce in a medium bowl. Whisk together water and cornstarch for thickener in another bowl. Set both aside.
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Combine shrimp, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl; toss to season.
- Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and the sesame oil in a wok or large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer to the hot oil; cook for 1 minute without stirring. Stir and cook for another 30 seconds. Transfer to a clean plate.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the wok. When heated, add bell pepper and zucchini; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add pineapple; stir-fry for 30 seconds.
- Pour in the reserved sweet and sour sauce; stir and cook until simmering, about 2 minutes.
- Whisk the cornstarch mixture again, then gradually add it to the center of the wok; stir constantly until sauce has thickened, about 30 seconds.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the wok; stir to combine and cook until shrimp are warmed through, about 2 minutes.
- Garnish each serving with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.2 calories, Carbohydrate 56.1 g, Cholesterol 172.5 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 738.4 mg
Tips:
- Use large shrimp for this recipe, as they will hold up better to the high heat of the stir-fry.
- Make sure to devein and peel the shrimp before cooking.
- To save time, you can use a pre-made hot and sour sauce. However, if you have the time, making your own sauce is definitely worth it.
- If you don't have any bamboo shoots on hand, you can substitute water chestnuts or baby corn.
- Serve the hot and sour shrimp stir-fry over rice or noodles.
Conclusion:
Hot and sour shrimp stir-fry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The combination of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
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