Sweet and Sour Shrimp

Ingredients and Weight:

• 200g fresh shrimp (cleaned and deveined)
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup vinegar
• 1 can of cherry peppers or other pickled peppers
• 2 tablespoons of corn starch
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell peppers for color and crunch
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• Oil for frying

Preparation Time: 2 hours (includes preparation and cooking time)

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Marinate the shrimp with a beaten egg and corn starch for about 30 minutes.
2. In a separate bowl, mix sugar and vinegar to create the sweet and sour sauce. Set aside.
3. Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the shrimp until they turn pink. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the garlic and chopped green bell peppers and cook for a minute.
5. Add the cherry peppers or pickled peppers and the sweet and sour sauce.
6. When the sauce starts to boil, add the fried shrimp and mix well.
7. Serve immediately with a side of steamed rice or your preferred side dish.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving - depending on total weight and amount served)

• Energy: Approximately 400 calories (based on the ingredients listed)
• Carbohydrates: Sugar from the sauce and natural carbs from the shrimp and vegetables.
• Protein: From the shrimp.
• Fat: From the oil used for frying and natural fats in the shrimp.

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and sour flavor, typical of American Chinese cuisine.
• The combination of shrimp with pickled peppers gives it a unique taste experience.
• The dish is visually appealing with the bright colors of the shrimp and peppers.

User Comments:

• "Love the combination of sweet and sour with the shrimp, a great dish for a family gathering."
• "The crispness of the shrimp paired with the sauce is exceptional."
• "A dish that brings back memories of Chinese takeaways."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh shrimp as they will give the best flavor and texture to the dish.
• Adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar based on your preference for a more balanced sweet and sour taste.
• When frying the shrimp, do not overcook them as they will become tough. The shrimp should be pink and still tender when removed from heat.