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Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Shrimp Skewers

Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Shrimp Skewers for BBQ Bliss

Enjoy the delicious Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Shrimp Skewers, a quick and easy recipe for a perfect summer BBQ.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American, Barbecue
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 1 pound Large shrimp Fresh or frozen, preferably Argentinian.
  • 2 cups Pineapple chunks Fresh cut or pre-packaged.
  • 1/2 cup Sweet chili sauce Brands like Trader Joe's are recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Sambal Can substitute with sriracha.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • skewers
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Basting brush

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce with sambal, stirring until well integrated.
  2. Take your skewers and start threading the large shrimp and pineapple chunks alternately.
  3. Using a brush, evenly apply the sweet chili and sambal mixture onto both sides of your assembled skewers.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F to 450°F.
  5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 3 minutes, brushing with remaining sauce.
  6. Flip the skewers using tongs and grill for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Transfer cooked skewers to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These skewers are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day or frozen for up to 1 month.

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