Asian Shrimp Pineapple Skewers

Grilled shrimp and pineapple skewers garnished with cilantro on a white plate.

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Asian Shrimp Pineapple Skewers

This is an easy recipe for shrimp and pineapple with a zesty, sweet marinade. Perfect for grilling or roasting, these skewers are a great addition to any meal or a delightful appetizer for summer gatherings

Course any meal, dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword kabobs, pineapple, shrimp

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

marinating 30

Servings servings

Calories 88kcal

Author Paula

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined (about 16-20 shrimp)
1 cup pineapple chunks about 6 oz / 170 g
1 tablespoon olive oil about 0.5 oz / 15 mL
1 tablespoon soy sauce about 0.5 oz / 15 mL
1 tablespoon honey about 0.75 oz / 21 g
1 tablespoon lime juice about 0.5 fl oz / 15 mL
1 teaspoon garlic minced (about 1 clove)
1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Shrimp

In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes (optional), salt, and pepper.
1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon garlic, 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, Salt and black pepper
Add shrimp to the bowl and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to marinate.
1 pound shrimp

Step 2: Assemble the Skewers

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Thread shrimp and pineapple chunks alternately onto the skewers, about 4-5 shrimp and 3-4 pineapple chunks per skewer.
1 cup pineapple chunks

Step 3: Grill the Skewers

Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through, and the pineapple has a slight char.

Step 4: Serve

Remove from the grill and serve immediately. Enjoy with a side of jasmine rice or a light salad.

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