- Difficulty: Simple
- Makes: 4 portions
- Nutrition (per serving): Calories 258, Fat 4g, Saturated Fat 1g, Carbohydrates 24g, Fiber 1g, Sugar 3g, Protein 30g, Cholesterol 228mg, Sodium 557mg
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Hands-on Time: 15 minutes
This speedy shrimp stir-fry is inspired by the classic sweet-and-sour takeout favorite. A glaze of Chinese plum sauce, ketchup, and rice vinegar delivers a bright balance of tang and sweetness, while a pinch of red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat for depth.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Chinese plum sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 1/4 pounds medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails off
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
- 2 scallions, sliced thin (white and green separated)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon peeled, minced fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons plain rice wine vinegar
- Cooked white rice for serving, optional
Directions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the plum sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes; set aside.
- Season the shrimp lightly with salt and pepper. Heat the peanut oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and saut, stirring occasionally, until just opaque, about 23 minutes. Remove the shrimp to a plate.
- Add the white parts of the scallions, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and saut, stirring constantly, until softened, about 1 minute. Pour in the rice vinegar and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Add the reserved sauce and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Return the shrimp to the pan and toss in the green parts of the scallions. Stir briefly so the shrimp are evenly coated and warmed through.
- Divide the shrimp among four plates and serve with steamed white rice if desired.
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