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Looking for a quick dinner packed with bold flavor? This Easy Caribbean Shrimp Stir-Fry combines tender shrimp, colorful vegetables, sweet pineapple, smoky barbecue sauce (affiliate link), and fire-roasted tomatoes for a surprisingly delicious meal that comes together fast.
I’ll admit—when I first saw the combination of tomatoes, pineapple, and barbecue sauce (affiliate link), I was skeptical. But one bite completely changed my mind. The flavors blend together into a sweet-savory sauce that tastes far more complex than the simple ingredient list suggests.
Now it’s one of my favorite quick stir-fry dinners.
Ingredients & Easy Substitutions
- Olive oil – or use avocado oil or another neutral cooking oil
- Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined – fresh or frozen/thawed shrimp both work well; chicken, pork, or tofu can also be substituted
- Fresh chopped vegetables – use your favorites such as carrots, peppers, green beans, broccoli, snap peas, celery, or zucchini
- Garlic powder – or substitute fresh minced garlic
- Italian seasoning – adds easy flavor; Cajun seasoning works too for extra spice
- Water – helps steam the vegetables
- Fire-roasted diced tomatoes – regular diced tomatoes also work
- Unsweetened pineapple chunks – fresh pineapple can be substituted
- Barbecue sauce – use your favorite variety; spicy barbecue sauce adds extra heat
How Many Calories and WW Points?
According to my calculations, each serving has just 238 calories and 1 WW Point.
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6 PointsPlus (Old plan)
How to Make Caribbean Shrimp Stir Fry with Mixed Vegetables
Step 1: Gather and prepare all ingredients.
Step 2: Heat oil in a large skillet (affiliate link) over medium-high heat.
Step 3: Add shrimp, garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Sauté 2-3 minutes or until pink and just starting to curl. Remove the shrimp to a bowl.
Step 4: Add the fresh vegetables to the warm pan along with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir fry 4-5 minutes.
Step 5: Add the tomatoes, pineapple and barbecue sauce. Bring to a boil stirring frequently. Continue to cook 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are done to your liking.
Step 6: Return shrimp to the pan. Stir to coat. Turn off heat and let shrimp warm 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes & Variations
This recipe is very adaptable depending on what you have on hand.
Vegetable ideas
Try:
- Bell peppers
- Broccoli
- Snap peas
- Mushrooms
- Zucchini
- Frozen stir-fry vegetables
If using frozen vegetables, skip the added water.
Protein swaps
Not in the mood for shrimp? Try:
- Chicken breast
- Pork tenderloin
- Tofu
- Tempeh
Want a thicker sauce?
Mix 1–2 teaspoons cornstarch or arrowroot with a little cold water, then stir it into the simmering sauce.
Like it spicy?
Use spicy barbecue sauce or add:
- Red pepper flakes
- Hot sauce
- Jalapeños
Serving Suggestions
This Caribbean shrimp stir-fry pairs well with:
- Rice or riced cauliflower.
- Baked sweet potato.
- Quinoa
- Sweet potato or summer squash zoodles.
- Black, white or pinto beans.
Ways to Use Leftovers
Leftovers are great repurposed into:
- Wraps or tacos
- Rice bowls
- Ramen bowls
- Stuffed baked potatoes
- Flatbread or English muffin pizzas
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Easy Caribbean Shrimp and Vegetables Stir Fry
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups fresh chopped vegetables
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet (affiliate link) over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp, garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Saute 2-3 minutes or until pink and just starting to curl. Remove the shrimp to a bowl.
- Add the fresh vegetables to the warm pan along with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir fry 4-5 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes, pineapple and barbecue sauce. Bring to a boil stirring frequently. Continue to cook 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are done to your liking.
- Return shrimp to the pan. Stir to coat. Turn off heat and let shrimp warm 1-2 minutes.
Notes
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 6 PointsPlus (Old plan)
Recipe Notes & Variations
This recipe is very adaptable depending on what you have on hand.Vegetable ideas
Try:- Bell peppers
- Broccoli
- Snap peas
- Mushrooms
- Zucchini
- Frozen stir-fry vegetables
Protein swaps
Not in the mood for shrimp? Try:- Chicken breast
- Pork tenderloin
- Tofu
- Tempeh
Want a thicker sauce?
Mix 1–2 teaspoons cornstarch or arrowroot with a little cold water, then stir it into the simmering sauce.Like it spicy?
Use spicy barbecue sauce or add:- Red pepper flakes
- Hot sauce
- Jalapeños
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe source: Taste of Home Cook It Quick: All-Time Family Classics in 10, 20 and 30 Minutes (affiliate link)
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Made this recipe and served it over cauliflower rice. Everyone was impressed and no one missed the starchy white rice. A tasty low carb recipe. Thanks for sharing it.