TROPICAL ISLAND SHRIMP KABOBS

Tropical Island Shrimp Kabobs image

Shrimp, mango and pineapple on skewers make a sunny presentation at parties. To boost flavors, we use a coconut milk, lime juice and cilantro marinade. -Mary Marlowe Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1/2 cup coconut milk
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
30 uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound size), peeled and deveined
30 mango cubes (about 1 large mango)
30 fresh pineapple cubes (about 1-1/2 cups)

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients. Add shrimp; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 2 hours., Drain shrimp, discarding marinade. On each of 30 metal or soaked wooden appetizer skewers, thread one shrimp, one mango cube and one pineapple cube. Heat a grill pan over medium heat. In batches, cook kabobs 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 23mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.