Sweet and Sour Shrimp Casserole Microwave
Bring bold flavors to your table in just minutes with this Sweet and Sour Shrimp Casserole Microwave recipe, a quick and vibrant dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy shrimp, colorful bell peppers, sweet pineapple chunks, and a zingy homemade sweet and sour sauce come together in a microwave-safe casserole for effortless cooking and easy cleanup. This recipe is a delightful balance of tangy, sweet, and savory, with a hint of garlic and soy to tie it all together. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for families on the go or anyone craving a takeout-inspired meal without the wait. Serve it over fluffy white rice for a satisfying dinner that bursts with flavor and vibrant textures.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 200 grams pineapple chunks (canned, drained)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 cups cooked white rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a microwave-safe casserole dish, combine the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic. Drizzle the vegetable oil over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
Cover the dish with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap (leaving a small vent for steam) and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water until smooth. This will be your sweet and sour sauce.
Add the shrimp, pineapple chunks, and the prepared sweet and sour sauce to the casserole dish. Stir everything together to combine evenly.
Re-cover the dish with the lid or plastic wrap and microwave on high for 6-7 minutes, stopping halfway through to stir, until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked, and the sauce has thickened.
Carefully remove the casserole dish from the microwave (it will be hot!) and let it rest for 1-2 minutes. Stir once more to ensure the sauce is evenly distributed.
Serve the sweet and sour shrimp casserole over cooked white rice, if desired, for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2125 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 3018 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.0 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.7 g | ||
| Protein | 152.8 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 2816 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
