CARIBBEAN "CHRIS-KABOBS"

Caribbean

This is a fun recipe my husband and I created for a festive Caribbean themed party last summer. These skewers are flavorful and beautiful.-Christina Warren, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound sea scallops
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1 medium mango, peeled and cubed
1 medium pear, peeled and cubed
4 tablespoons lime juice, divided
1 teaspoon ground allspice
12 serrano peppers
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the shrimp, ginger, garlic and pepper; set aside. In another small bowl, combine the scallops, paprika and cayenne; set aside. Place the pineapple, mango, pear, 2 tablespoons lime juice and allspice in a small bowl; toss to combine. , On 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the shrimp, scallops, fruits and serrano peppers. Drizzle kabobs with remaining lime juice; sprinkle with salt., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat or broil 4-in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are firm and opaque, turning occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges