Sweet and sour shrimp recipes

How to Make Sweet and Sour Shrimp

Sweet and sour shrimp is a beloved dish that balances tangy, sweet, and savory flavors, perfect for both family dinners and parties. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to guide you.

Ingredients:

- 500g large shrimp, peeled and deveined

- 2 tbsp cornstarch (for coating)

- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

- 1/2 cup sugar

- 1/4 cup vinegar

- 2 tbsp ketchup

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tsp ginger, minced

- 1 clove garlic, minced

- 1 bell pepper, cubed

- 1/2 onion, sliced

Instructions:

1. Prepare the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry, toss with cornstarch, and deep-fry at 350°F (175°C) until golden and crispy (2-3 minutes). Drain excess oil.

2. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, mix sugar, vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic until smooth.

3. Stir-fry: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok. Sauté onion and bell pepper until tender (2-3 minutes). Pour in the sauce, bring to a boil, and simmer until slightly thickened.

4. Combine: Add the fried shrimp to the sauce, toss quickly to coat evenly. Cook for 1 minute more.

Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles. The crispy shrimp with glossy, tangy sauce will surely impress your taste buds! Enjoy your homemade sweet and sour shrimp!