Description
These vibrant skewers combine spicy, smoky jerk-seasoned shrimp with sweet, caramelized pineapple for a perfect balance of flavors. Quick to grill and full of tropical goodness, they make a fantastic appetizer or main course for summer cookouts.
Ingredients
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (about 1 medium pineapple)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp jerk seasoning
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1 tbsp lime juice
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Skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
1️⃣ In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, jerk seasoning, and lime juice. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
2️⃣ Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
3️⃣ Thread shrimp and pineapple chunks alternately onto skewers.
4️⃣ Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, until shrimp are opaque and cooked through and pineapple has nice grill marks.
5️⃣ Remove from grill and serve immediately.
Notes
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For extra heat, sprinkle additional jerk seasoning after grilling.
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Serve with a side of coconut rice or a fresh green salad.
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If grilling indoors, use a grill pan or broiler.
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These skewers are great for meal prep—store leftovers in the fridge and enjoy cold or reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min includes Marinate time