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Sweet and Sour Shrimp (Prawns)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300
A delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, this Sweet and Sour Shrimp dish is quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Seafood

  • 500 g frozen raw large shrimp (prawns) (tails and shell off (defrosted))
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 80 ml water
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste (puree)
  • 2 tablespoons brown granulated sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Seasonings

  • 3 pieces spring onion, chopped
  • 1 pinch toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger root
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 spray oil (for frying)

Instructions 

  • Whisk sauce ingredients in a bowl.
  • Heat frying pan with spray oil.
  • Fry shrimp until pink, then set aside.
  • Heat sauce in the pan until thickened.
  • Add shrimp back and simmer until heated through.
  • Garnish with spring onion and sesame seeds.

Notes

Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Calories: 300kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: shrimp