Appetizer: United States – Pineapple Honey-Chili Shrimp Skewers

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 6 min

Additional 20 min

Total 35 min

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup (150 g) fresh pineapple chunks
2 tbsp (30 ml) honey
1 / 2 tsp red chili flakes or 1 small fresh red chili, minced
3 tbsp (45 ml) soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp (30 ml) lime juice
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

1. Whisk honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and red chili flakes to make a marinade/glaze; season with salt and pepper.
2. Toss shrimp and half the pineapple chunks in half the glaze and let marinate 15–30 minutes.
3. Thread shrimp and pineapple alternately onto skewers.
4. Grill or broil skewers 2–3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and slightly charred, brushing with remaining glaze while cooking.
5. Serve warm with extra chili flakes and lime wedges.