Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Kabobs
Jun 04, 2020, Updated Jun 20, 2022
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Grill season is in full swing! Hotdogs and hamburgers are always a fun choice, but if you’re looking for something different to throw on the grill, you’ve got to try these Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Kabobs!
These kabobs combine two of the yummiest grilled foods, shrimp and pineapple. What really makes these kabobs next level, is the homemade Jamaican jerk sauce.
Although traditionally used on pork, jerk sauce is delicious on just about any meat or seafood, including shrimp. It’s also a nice contrast to pineapple. Its spice is tempered by pineapple’s sweet juices.
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If you’re short on time or ingredients, you can substitute homemade for store-bought jerk sauce. But if you’re able, homemade is the way to go.
Ready to fire up the grill and chow down? Here’s the recipe for Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Kabobs:
Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Kabobs
Ingredients
Jerk Sauce
- 2 habanero peppers chopped
- 1 red onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 6 Green Onions chopped
- 1/4 cup tamari
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 lime (juice only)
- 2 tbsp ginger grated
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
Kabobs
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 cups pinepple cut into 3/4 inch chunks
Instructions
- Add shrimp to 3/4 of the marinade and let sit in refrigerator at least 30 minutes, but overnight is ok.
- Assemble skewers by alternating shrimp and pineapple.
- Cook on a hot grill for 3-4 minutes per side until shrimp are cooked through.
- Serve with remaining marinade as a dipping sauce or drizzle.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Produce Moms Tip: Use any extra pineapple to make grilled pineapple slices.
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