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Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp

Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp: A Tropical Flavor Adventure

Quick and easy Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp, a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup Fresh Pineapple diced
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce quality brand recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral oil
For Aromatics
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger grated
For the Finish
  • 2 stalks Green Onions sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway.
  5. Gently stir in diced fresh pineapple and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, stirring well to coat shrimp and pineapple evenly.
  7. Lower heat and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Before removing from heat, stir in sliced green onions and cook briefly for about 30 seconds.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes.
  10. Serve immediately over jasmine rice or in corn tortillas, garnished with extra green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking shrimp, and adjust heat levels according to preference.

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