Description
A quick and flavorful stir-fry of shrimp with juicy pineapple and vibrant bell peppers, finished with a sweet chili glaze.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1.5–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan.
- Add red and green bell peppers to the same skillet and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened but crunchy.
- Return shrimp to the pan, stir in pineapple, sweet chili sauce, and soy sauce. Mix thoroughly.
- Cook for another 2–3 minutes until pineapple is warmed and sauce is glossy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve.
Notes
Don’t overcook shrimp, as they will continue to cook after removing from heat. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian