Grilled Shrimp & Pineapple Skewers: 5 Flavorful Tips to Savor Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make grilled shrimp and pineapple skewers featuring a sweet and savory marinade. Perfect for a summer barbecue or quick weeknight dinner, these skewers combine tender shrimp with juicy pineapple, enhanced by a flavorful blend of soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Marinade Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pineapple, cut into chunks
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure it’s ready for cooking the shrimp and pineapple skewers evenly.
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, minced ginger, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate shrimp and pineapple: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp along with the pineapple chunks into the marinade. Stir well to coat everything evenly, then let it sit for 15 minutes so the flavors infuse.
- Assemble the skewers: Thread the shrimp and pineapple chunks onto skewers, alternating between the two to create a balanced bite of sweet and savory.
- Grill the skewers: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque and the pineapple is slightly charred and caramelized.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove the skewers from the grill and serve hot for a delicious and refreshing meal or appetizer.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling prevents them from burning.
- Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust marinating time according to your schedule; longer marinating (up to 30 minutes) can intensify flavors.
- For spice lovers, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
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