Sweet and sour shrimp recipes

How to Make Sweet and Sour Shrimp: A Complete Guide

Sweet and sour shrimp is a beloved dish that balances tangy, sweet, and savory flavors, with a crispy texture that’s hard to resist. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making it at home.

Ingredients:

- 500g large shrimp, peeled and deveined

- 1 cup cornstarch

- 2 eggs, beaten

- 1 cup sugar

- ½ cup vinegar

- 2 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 cup water

- 1 bell pepper, cubed

- 1 pineapple, diced (optional)

- Green onions for garnish

Steps:

1. Prepare the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry and toss with cornstarch, then dip in beaten eggs. Deep-fry at 180°C until golden and crispy, then set aside.

2. Make the sauce: In a pan, mix sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and water. Heat until the sugar dissolves, then simmer for 2 minutes.

3. Stir-fry veggies: Sauté bell pepper (and pineapple, if using) until tender.

4. Combine: Pour the sauce over the veggies, bring to a boil, and add the shrimp. Toss gently to coat.

5. Serve: Garnish with green onions and serve hot with rice.

Tips: For extra crunch, fry shrimp in small batches. Adjust sugar-vinegar ratio to taste. Enjoy this restaurant-quality dish in under 30 minutes!