Pineapple Glazed Shrimp Skewers
Treat your taste buds to a tropical escape with these irresistible Pineapple Glazed Shrimp Skewers! Bursting with the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors, this recipe combines juicy shrimp and caramelized pineapple chunks, all coated in a luscious glaze made with soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and a hint of lime. Grilled to perfection in just 10 minutes, these skewers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for summer BBQs, quick weeknight dinners, or bright holiday spreads. The optional garnish of fresh cilantro adds a vibrant finish, while the reserved glaze doubles as a delectable dipping sauce. Easy to prepare and full of warm tropical flavors, this dish is a standout choice for seafood lovers looking to spice up their next meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1.5 cups Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 8 pieces Wooden skewers, soaked in water (if using)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, lime juice, red pepper flakes, olive oil, and salt to create the pineapple glaze.
Reserve 1/4 cup of the glaze for brushing and dipping later, and set it aside.
Add the shrimp to the bowl with the remaining glaze. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly, then cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
While the shrimp is marinating, if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 10 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated shrimp and pineapple chunks alternately onto the skewers, dividing them evenly to create 8 skewers.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill or under the broiler on a baking sheet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, brushing with the reserved pineapple glaze halfway through cooking.
Remove the skewers from the heat and let them rest for a minute. Optionally, sprinkle them with chopped fresh cilantro for extra flavor.
Serve immediately while hot, with any remaining glaze on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1009 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.8 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 4353 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.1 g | ||
| Protein | 117.8 g | 236% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 266 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1944 mg | 41% | |
*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.
