Hot Sour Shrimp

Dive into the bold and zesty flavors of Hot Sour Shrimp, a mouthwatering Thai-inspired dish that combines tender, succulent shrimp with a sauce that perfectly balances heat, tang, and umami. This quick and easy recipe features aromatic garlic, ginger, and chili, all simmered in a savory blend of soy sauce, fish sauce, and rice vinegar, with just a touch of sweetness. A cornstarch slurry gives the sauce a glossy finish that clings beautifully to the shrimp, while fresh scallions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime add a bright, herby kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vibrant dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or an impressive centerpiece for entertaining. Serve with steamed jasmine rice or noodles to soak up all that irresistible sauce!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
• 1 unit red chili (thinly sliced)
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 250 milliliters chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 units scallions (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 4 units lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Clean and pat dry the shrimp. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, ginger, and red chili to the pan. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the soy sauce, fish sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and chicken stock to the pan. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 7

Stir in half of the sliced scallions and remove the pan from the heat.

Step 8

Transfer the hot sour shrimp to a serving dish, garnish with the remaining scallions and chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an added zing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1008.2 grams (1008.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	885

Total Fat 30.80g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.30g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g
Cholesterol 992mg	331%
Sodium 5284mg	230%
Total Carbohydrate 21.50g	8%
Dietary Fiber 1.90g	7%
Total Sugars 8.60g
Protein 136.80g	274%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 271mg	21%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 1772mg	38%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.4%

Protein: 60.1%

Carbs: 9.4%