Super Speedy Spicy Sweet and Sour Shrimp

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Super Speedy Spicy Sweet and Sour Shrimp
45 min.
4
556kcal
100%sweetness
18.14%saltiness
9.31%sourness
20.14%bitterness
17.25%savoriness
69.86%fattiness
100%spiciness

Suggestions

This super speedy spicy sweet and sour shrimp recipe is a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's a flavorful and healthy option, packed with protein and vegetables. The shrimp is cooked to perfection with a balance of sweet and sour flavors, while the addition of chili adds a nice kick. This dish is also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. Serve it with some simple boiled white rice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a delicious and satisfying meal.

The recipe is simple to follow and comes together in just 45 minutes. It's a great way to incorporate more seafood into your diet, and the combination of flavors will keep you coming back for more. The shrimp is the star of the show, with its juicy texture and sweet taste, while the spices and sauces add a depth of flavor that is simply irresistible. The addition of pak choi also gives a nice crunch and a boost of nutrients.

Whether you're a shrimp lover or just looking for a new and exciting dish to try, this super speedy spicy sweet and sour shrimp is definitely worth a go. It's a crowd-pleaser that's both tasty and nutritious, and the best part is that it won't take up too much of your time. So, fire up your wok and get ready to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized!

Ingredients

  • servings cilantro leaves 
  • servings rice white cooked
  • servings rice white cooked
  • servings rice white cooked
  •  garlic clove chopped finely
  • piece ginger grated
  • tbsp honey 
  • tbsp soy sauce light
  •  yu choy 
  •  to 5 chilies red
  • tbsp rice vinegar chinese
  • 550 gr shrimp raw cleaned peeled (prawns)
  •  spring onion chopped (scallions)
  • tbsp unrefined sunflower oil (or other flavourless oil)
  • tbsp catsup 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • wok

Directions

  1. Mix the sauce ingredients together in a bowl, taste it to check if you like the balance of flavour and adjust if you wish. Set this aside.
  2. Heat the oil on a very high heat in a wok. Get the oil as hot as you can, just below smoking point. Check the heat by dropping a piece of spring onion (scallion) and if it sizzles immediately, the oil is hot enough.
  3. Add the chili, garlic and ginger, stir and cook for about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the spring onions (scallions) and cook for a further minute.
  5. Add the shrimp (prawns) cook for about 2 minutes or until they turn pink.
  6. Add the sauce, keeping the heat high so that as soon as it hits your pan or wok, it sizzles and reduces.When the sauce has thickened a little, add the pak choi, mix through and cover it, cooking only for a minute.
  7. Serve with simply boiled white rice and sprinkle with some fresh coriander (cilantro).

Nutrition Facts

Calories556kcal
Protein25.85%
Fat13.8%
Carbs60.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
149.57
Glycemic Load
77.12
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
17.296086956522%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.52mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
18.14%
Sourness:
9.31%
Bitterness:
20.14%
Savoriness:
17.25%
Fattiness:
69.86%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:555.86kcal
27.79%
Fat:8.49g
13.06%
Saturated Fat:1.03g
6.43%
Carbohydrates:83.52g
27.84%
Net Carbohydrates:81.86g
29.77%
Sugar:13.45g
14.94%
Cholesterol:221.38mg
73.79%
Sodium:827.14mg
35.96%
Protein:35.78g
71.56%
Manganese:1.32mg
66.03%
Phosphorus:426.36mg
42.64%
Copper:0.77mg
38.37%
Selenium:18.55µg
26.5%
Vitamin K:27.65µg
26.34%
Vitamin C:20.31mg
24.61%
Vitamin E:3.37mg
22.47%
Magnesium:88.99mg
22.25%
Zinc:3.2mg
21.36%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.14%
Potassium:604.56mg
17.27%
Calcium:132.35mg
13.23%
Iron:1.86mg
10.32%
Vitamin B5:1.02mg
10.22%
Vitamin B3:1.79mg
8.96%
Fiber:1.66g
6.63%
Vitamin A:320.93IU
6.42%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.84%
Folate:21.06µg
5.26%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.95%