Description
Experience a burst of Caribbean flavors with these Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers. Juicy shrimp marinated in spicy jerk seasoning, paired with sweet pineapple and colorful bell peppers, create a delightful dish perfect for summer gatherings or family dinners. Easy to prepare and cook, these skewers will impress your guests and elevate any barbecue.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup bell peppers (cut into chunks, assorted colors)
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine jerk seasoning, lime juice, and olive oil to create the marinade.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- While marinating, chop bell peppers into similar-sized pieces as shrimp and pineapple.
- Assemble skewers by alternating shrimp, pineapple chunks, and bell peppers.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).
- Grill skewers for 5-7 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg