Get Sassy Seafood Skewers with Jerk and All the Perks
Fire up your grill for these bold and vibrant Sassy Seafood Skewers with Jerk and All the Perks—an irresistible fusion of smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors. Juicy shrimp and tender salmon are marinated in a zesty jerk-infused sauce featuring lime juice, honey, and a hint of chili for optional heat, then skewered alongside caramelized pineapple, red bell pepper, and red onion for a playful pop of color. Perfectly charred on the grill, these skewers are a quick and flavorful culinary adventure ready in just 45 minutes. Whether you pair them with coconut rice or a crisp green salad, this mouthwatering recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for your next backyard BBQ or weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 pound Salmon (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 cups Pineapple (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 1 Red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 Red onion (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Jerk seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 12 Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, jerk seasoning, honey, minced garlic, chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Whisk well to create the marinade.
Add the shrimp and salmon cubes to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
While the seafood marinates, prepare the skewers by alternating pieces of pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, shrimp, and salmon onto the wooden skewers. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook, turning occasionally, for 10-12 minutes or until the shrimp is pink, opaque, and cooked through and the salmon is slightly charred on the edges. Brush any leftover marinade onto the skewers during grilling for extra flavor (optional).
Remove the skewers from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately. Pair with a side of coconut rice or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2447 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.2 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.2 g | 111% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1578 mg | 526% | |
| Sodium | 8135 mg | 354% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.2 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.7 g | ||
| Protein | 259.5 g | 519% | |
| Vitamin D | 90.1 mcg | 450% | |
| Calcium | 418 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 4352 mg | 93% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
