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Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp

Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp for a Tropical Flavor Escape

This Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp is a tropical delight, bursting with flavors and ready in just 25 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp fresh or thawed frozen
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For the Pineapple
  • 1 cup pineapple diced, fresh preferred
For the Sauces
  • 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce low-sodium preferred
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or your favorite cooking oil
For Aromatics
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons green onions sliced
  • red pepper flakes optional, to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water, pat dry with a paper towel, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  3. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the shrimp, spreading in a single layer, and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  5. Gently stir in the diced pineapple and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in the sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, stirring to combine, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions.
  9. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Serve hot over jasmine rice, in tacos, or as an appetizer, garnished with more green onions or sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using fresh ingredients will enhance the flavor of this dish significantly. Consider marinating the shrimp for extra flavor if time permits.

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