Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp for a Quick Tropical Feast

A delicious blend of shrimp and pineapple coated in sweet chili sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian, Tropical

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Sauce and Aromatics

1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Adjust to taste
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
2 cloves Garlic Minced
1 tablespoon Ginger Minced

For the Fruity Touch

1 cup Fresh Pineapple Diced, canned can be used if drained well
1/4 cup Green Onions Sliced
to taste Red Pepper Flakes Optional

Finishing Touches

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Rinse the shrimp under cold water, pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
Add garlic and ginger to the skillet, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the seasoned shrimp, cooking for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
Stir in diced fresh pineapple and heat through for 1 minute.
Pour in sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, mixing well and cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions.
Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary before serving.
Serve hot over jasmine rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients like ripe pineapple and large shrimp will enhance flavor. Marinating shrimp in sweet chili sauce can deepen the taste.

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