GRILLED TERIYAKI SHRIMP AND PINEAPPLE SKEWERS

Grilled Teriyaki Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers image

These savory-sweet shrimp skewers are easy to make and cook in just a few minutes. They are perfect for summer weeknights or weekend dinner parties. Prep the sauce ahead of time for an even faster dinner. I prefer to use jumbo shrimp (21-25 per pound), however use what you have on hand.

Provided by France C

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

⅓ cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon grated fresh garlic
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 pound jumbo shrimp
½ fresh pineapple, cored and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
skewers
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

Combine water, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until sauce has reduced and thickened slightly, 8 to 10 minutes.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate. Thread shrimp and pineapple alternately onto skewers and place on a platter.
Arrange skewers on the hot grate. Grill 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until shrimp is opaque and cooked through. Turn grill to low heat and brush sauce on both sides of skewers. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with cilantro and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 654.1 mg, Sugar 25.1 g