Description
Spicy Sweet Chili Shrimp delivers a quick culinary adventure from Southeast Asian kitchens. Succulent shrimp dance in a zesty sauce, promising rich flavors that blend heat and sweetness for a memorable meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (0.45 kilograms) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
Seasoning and Sauces:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon crushed red chili pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried ginger
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: dice bell peppers into uniform pieces, mince fresh garlic, and measure out spices and sauces for quick access.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, ensuring even surface coverage.
- Add diced bell peppers with a pinch of salt, sautéing until edges become slightly caramelized and peppers soften, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer softened peppers to a separate bowl, keeping the skillet ready for next cooking stage.
- Pour remaining olive oil into the same skillet, maintaining medium heat and allowing oil to shimmer slightly.
- Add raw shrimp, minced garlic, red chili flakes, and a light sprinkle of salt, arranging shrimp in a single layer for even cooking.
- Cook shrimp for 2 minutes on each side until they turn opaque and develop a light golden color.
- Incorporate soy sauce, Sriracha, honey, and grated fresh ginger into the skillet, creating a vibrant, glossy sauce.
- Return cooked shrimp to the sauce, gently tossing to ensure complete and uniform coating.
- Simmer on low-medium heat for 1-2 minutes, allowing sauce to slightly thicken and cling to shrimp.
- Plate the sautéed bell peppers as a base, arranging coated shrimp on top.
- Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped fresh parsley for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Speedy Cooking: This vibrant dish comes together in just 30 minutes, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or last-minute meal solutions.
- Flavor Balance: Sweet, spicy, and savory notes from honey, Sriracha, and soy sauce create a complex taste profile that elevates simple shrimp.
- Protein Perfection: Shrimp cook quickly and absorb marinades beautifully, making them ideal for fast and delicious meals.
- Vegetable Enhancement: Bell peppers add color, crunch, and nutritional value, complementing the tender shrimp beautifully.
- Versatile Serving: Enjoy over rice, noodles, or with a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Spice Control: Adjust red chili flakes and Sriracha to personalize heat level for your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg