Description
Treat yourself to the vibrant fusion of flavors in Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp! This delightful dish features succulent shrimp tossed in a luscious sweet chili sauce, complemented by juicy pineapple chunks that add a refreshing twist. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this recipe combines ease of preparation with an explosion of taste. The balance of sweetness and spice creates a culinary experience that will linger on your palate long after the last bite. Don’t miss out on this tropical treat—let’s dive in!
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté for about 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Introduce the seasoned shrimp to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Fold in diced pineapple and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour sweet chili sauce and soy sauce into the skillet; simmer for another 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir in sliced green onions just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 160mg