Sweet Chili Pineapple Shrimp
A vibrant dish bringing the essence of the tropics to your kitchen with sweet, tangy pineapple and succulent shrimp.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers (if grilling)
Instructions
- Mix the Marinade: In a bowl, mix the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and minced garlic.
- Marinate the Shrimp and Pineapple: Add the shrimp and pineapple chunks to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Skewers: If using skewers, thread the shrimp and pineapple alternately onto the skewers.
- Heat Up: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat or preheat the grill.
- Cook the Shrimp: Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve and Enjoy!: Serve immediately and enjoy your tropical escape!
Notes
Pair with fluffy jasmine rice or a light quinoa salad. Optionally serve with quick-pickled cucumbers or in tacos with slaw.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg