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pineapple shrimp skewers on white serving platter with cilantro and lime
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5 from 2 votes

Jerk Pineapple Shrimp Skewers Recipe

Customize these pineapple shrimp skewers using your favorite vegetables. The tangy marinade and spicy jerk seasoning make this a hearty recipe you'll want to grill all summer long!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Marinate time30 minutes
Total Time51 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Jamaican
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4
Calories: 278kcal
Author: Marcie

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 lb wild caught shrimp 31-40 count, peeled and deveined; I used frozen
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1/2 orange juiced
  • 1.5 tbsp jerk seasoning
  • 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 pineapple cut into 1" chunks
  • 1 medium red bell pepper cut into 1" chunks
  • 1/2 small red onion cut into 1" chunks
  • Additional lime and cilantro, for serving optional

Instructions

  • Thaw shrimp according to package instructions.
    1 lb wild caught shrimp
  • Place the olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, 1 tablespoon jerk seasoning and brown sugar in a large bowl and whisk well to combine. Add the shrimp and toss well to coat, then cover with plastic wrap and marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
    2 tbsp olive oil, 2 limes, 1/2 orange, 1.5 tbsp jerk seasoning, 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
    thawed shrimp and marinating shrimp process collage
  • Preheat the grill to medium high. Skewer the shrimp, pineapple, bell pepper and red onion onto the skewers, and sprinkle the shrimp with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon jerk seasoning on both sides.
    1/2 pineapple, 1 medium red bell pepper, 1/2 small red onion
  • Grill for 3 minutes until charred, then flip and grill 2-3 minutes longer, or until shrimp is opaque and the tail curls to meet the head. Serve the shrimp with additional lime wedges and cilantro if desired. Enjoy!
    Additional lime and cilantro, for serving

Notes

  1. Pro tip: Use peeled and deveined shrimp for a huge time saver. If using frozen shrimp, be sure to thaw it before marinating it.
  2. If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes while the shrimp marinates.
  3. Do not marinate the shrimp longer than 30 minutes or the acid from the citrus will begin to cook the shrimp.
  4. Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an air tight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 4skewers | Calories: 278kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 934mg | Potassium: 419mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 1940IU | Vitamin C: 116mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 4mg