Spicy-Sweet Shrimp & Flavorful Vegetables

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1-2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1 lb large raw shrimp, shelled and deveined
• 2 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 small yellow onion, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1/2 medium green bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup pineapple chunk, drained
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• scallions, sliced (Garnish)

Directions

1. 1

   In a zip-lock plastic bag combine together the first six (6) ingredients; add the shrimp and let marinate in the refrigerator for several hours. Turn the bag over several times.

2. 2

   Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the next four (4) ingredients and season with salt. Stir-fry for 2 - 3 minutes, or until the vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove from skillet.

3. 3

   Using the same skillet, heat the remaining oil. Drain shrimp and discard marinade; add to the skillet. Stir-fry 3 to 5 minutes, until shrimp are pink and firm. Remove from skillet.

4. 4

   Stir in the tomato sauce, chili sauce, and soy sauce; cook over medium heat for 3 - 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

5. 5

   Add shrimp, vegetables, and pineapple back to skillet and cook for another minute, or until the shrimp are glazed with sauce.

6. 6

   Serve over steamed rice or Asian noodles; garnish with scallions.