Best Tropical Shrimp And Pineapple Grilled Skewers Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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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

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.

TROPICAL SHRIMP AND PINEAPPLE GRILLED SKEWERS RECIPE BY TASTY



Tropical Shrimp and Pineapple Grilled Skewers Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: pineapple, garlic, chili sauce, water, rice wine vinegar, salt, coconut cream, lime, limes, pineapple, de-veined and peeled shrimp, water, cornstarch, wooden skewer

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup pineapple, cubed
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon chili sauce
¾ cup water
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, or white vinegar
½ tablespoon salt
¼ cup coconut cream
1 lime, juiced
2 limes, zested and divided
1 pineapple, 1/2 inch (1 cm) cubes
1 lb de-veined and peeled shrimp
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
wooden skewer

Steps:

  • Place wooden skewers in a bowl of water to soak for at least 10 minutes.
  • Puree the pineapple, garlic, chili sauce, and water in a food processor.
  • Heat a pan over medium heat, and add the pureed sauce mixture.
  • Add vinegar, salt, coconut cream, lime juice, and zest of one lime.
  • Bring the sauce to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create the slurry, then add the mixture into the sauce and simmer until the sauce thickens, about a minute.
  • Skewer the pineapple and shrimp, then brush sauce on both sides.
  • Grill skewers over medium-high heat until cooked, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Sprinkle finished skewers with lime zest and serve with remaining sauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 18 grams

TROPICAL SHRIMP SCAMPI



Tropical Shrimp Scampi image

This fruity shrimp scampi has a citrus kick.

Provided by marcod

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Shrimp     100+ Shrimp Scampi Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
½ cup olive oil
½ cup pineapple juice
½ cup no-pulp orange juice
5 teaspoons grated orange zest
5 teaspoons lemon zest
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
5 cloves garlic, peeled
1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Stir in the linguine, and return to a boil. Cook until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • While pasta is cooking, combine the olive oil, pineapple juice, orange juice, orange zest, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and garlic in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth.
  • Pour sauce into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp and parsley; cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Drain the linguini, and place on a serving platter. Spoon the shrimp and sauce over the pasta, and top with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.1 calories, Carbohydrate 61.1 g, Cholesterol 116.5 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 551.5 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

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