"Sweet and sour shrimp is an impressive yet easy recipe, with a tangy sweet and sour sauce, peppers, pineapple, and of course, crispy shrimp!..."
INGREDIENTS
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16 peeled and deveined shrimp ((16 to 20 size; 16 shrimp at this size equals about 12-16 ounces/340-450g) )
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neutral oil ((such as vegetable, canola, or peanut oil, for frying))
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/8 teaspoon baking powder
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 pinch turmeric powder ((optional))
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1/8 teaspoon white pepper
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1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
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1/2 cup cold seltzer (or club soda)
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1/3 cup red onion ((cut into 1-inch pieces))
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1/3 cup red bell pepper ((cut into 1-inch pieces))
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1/3 cup green bell pepper ((cut into 1-inch pieces))
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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3/4 cup canned pineapple chunks
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3/4 cup pineapple juice (from can)
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1/3 cup water
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3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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3 tablespoons sugar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch ((mixed into a slurry with 2 tablespoons water))