Tropical Shrimp and Pineapple Grilled Skewers

Tropical Shrimp and Pineapple Grilled Skewers

Recipe by Kahnita Wilkerson from tasty.co

Appetizers

Ingredients

6

6 servings

  • 1 cup pineapple, cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chili sauce
  • ¾ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, or white vinegar
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • ¼ cup coconut cream
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 limes, zested and divided
  • 1 pineapple, 1/2 inch (1 cm) cubes
  • 1 lb de-veined and peeled shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • wooden skewer

Instructions

  • Place wooden skewers in a bowl of water to soak for at least 10 minutes.
  • Puree the pineapple, garlic, chili sauce, and water in a food processor.
  • Heat a pan over medium heat, and add the pureed sauce mixture.
  • Add vinegar, salt, coconut cream, lime juice, and zest of one lime.
  • Bring the sauce to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create the slurry, then add the mixture into the sauce and simmer until the sauce thickens, about a minute.
  • Skewer the pineapple and shrimp, then brush sauce on both sides.
  • Grill skewers over medium-high heat until cooked, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Sprinkle finished skewers with lime zest and serve with remaining sauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutritional Facts

Per 6 servings

  • Calories: 157
  • Carbohydrate: 14g
  • Fat: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Sugar: 11g

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