Imagine a dish that transports your taste buds straight to the bustling streets of China, where vibrant flavors dance on your palate and every bite tells a story of culinary magic. Our Chinese Sweet and Sour Prawn Stir Fry is not just a meal—it's a quick, mouthwatering adventure that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dining experience. In less than 30 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 400g prawns, peeled and deveined
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons oil
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Ensure the prawns are peeled and deveined, the bell pepper is diced, the onion is chopped, and the garlic is minced. This will streamline your cooking process.
- In a small bowl, prepare the sweet and sour sauce by mixing together the ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is well combined. Set this sauce aside for later use.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to get hot but not smoking.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes, or until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Next, add the minced garlic to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional 30 seconds, ensuring it doesn’t burn.
- Now, introduce the diced bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry the mixture for about 2-3 minutes until the bell pepper is slightly tender but still crisp.
- Once the vegetables are cooked, add the prawns to the skillet. Stir-fry them for about 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque, indicating they are cooked through.
- Pour the prepared sweet and sour sauce over the prawn and vegetable mixture. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Let the mixture cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld together.
- Once done, remove the skillet from the heat. Serve the sweet and sour prawn stir fry hot, either on its own or over a bed of steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Tips
- Prep is Key: Have all ingredients chopped and ready before you start cooking. This ensures a smooth, stress-free stir-frying process.
- High Heat, Quick Cooking: Use a wok or large skillet and keep the heat high to achieve that perfect restaurant-style sear on prawns and crisp-tender vegetables.
- Don't Overcook Prawns: They cook quickly and can become rubbery. Remove them from heat as soon as they turn pink and opaque.
- Sauce Consistency Matters: If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with the sauce before adding it to the skillet.
- Fresh Ingredients Make a Difference: Use fresh prawns and crisp vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve over steamed jasmine rice or egg noodles to soak up the delicious sweet and sour sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 180mg
