Caribbean-Inspired Shrimp and Pineapple Stir Fry
A vibrant stir fry with succulent shrimp, sweet pineapple chunks, and colorful bell peppers, tossed in a tangy tropical sauce. This caribbean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, fresh pineapple chunks, stalks, chopped green onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 3/4 cup, fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into strips yellow bell pepper
- 3 stalks, chopped green onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, freshly grated ginger
- 3 tbsp, low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons water until smooth. Set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger to the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 4: Add 12 oz peeled and deveined large shrimp and 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until shrimp start to turn pink.
- Step 5: Add 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, 1 medium sliced yellow bell pepper, and 3/4 cup fresh pineapple chunks to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 3 minutes until peppers are tender-crisp.
- Step 6: Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and vegetables, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and coats everything, about 1-2 minutes.
- Step 7: Remove from heat and stir in 3 chopped green onion stalks. Serve immediately over steamed rice or cauliflower rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Caribbean-Inspired Shrimp and Pineapple Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Caribbean-Inspired Shrimp and Pineapple Stir Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh pineapple chunks from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Caribbean-Inspired Shrimp and Pineapple Stir Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Caribbean-Inspired Shrimp and Pineapple Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Caribbean-Inspired Shrimp and Pineapple Stir Fry?
Caribbean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
