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Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Shrimp Skewers

Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Shrimp Skewers for a Sizzling BBQ

Enjoy Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Shrimp Skewers that balance tropical sweetness with zesty heat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Barbecue, Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 1 pound Large uncooked shrimp Fresh or frozen Argentinian shrimp
  • 1 cup Pineapple chunks Fresh or pre-cut
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sambal Can substitute with Sriracha or red chili flakes

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Wooden Skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine sweet chili sauce and sambal, whisking until well blended.
  2. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Thread shrimp and pineapple chunks alternately onto the soaked skewers.
  4. Using a pastry brush, generously coat both sides of the assembled skewers with the marinade.
  5. Prepare your grill by preheating it to medium-high heat, about 400–450°F (200–230°C).
  6. Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for 3 minutes without flipping.
  7. Carefully flip the skewers over using tongs and grill for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  8. Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a minute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pair with Ham Cheese Pinwheels or Homemade Orange Candy for a complete feast.

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