Shrimp Kabobs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Additional Time
10 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
204 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Shrimp Kabobs
Description
The Shrimp Kabobs recipe features peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp threaded onto skewers alternately with pineapple chunks and pieces of green onion. A sauce made from barbecue sauce, minced garlic, and sambal oelek adds a mildly spicy and savory glaze. After marinating briefly, the kabobs are grilled over medium-high heat until the shrimp are cooked through and slightly charred, preserving moisture. The pineapple provides a sweet contrast to the savory shrimp and smoky sauce while the green onions add a mild crunch and freshness.
Grilling these kabobs brings out a balance of smoky, spicy, and sweet flavors with a tender shrimp texture paired with juicy pineapple pieces. They work well as a main dish served with sides like rice or salad. Skewered presentation makes serving convenient and allows for even cooking.
The recipe notes recommend soaking wooden skewers to prevent burning and mention versatile cooking options including broiling in the oven. Leftover cooked kabobs can be refrigerated for up to three days and reheated on the grill or skillet to preserve texture.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, jumbo
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups pineapple chunks or canned pineapple chunks drained and dabbed dry
- 2 green onions cut into 1-inch pieces
Sauce
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- 1 teaspoon sambal oelek or chili paste
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
- Thread shrimp, pineapple, and green onions on metal or wood skewers.
- In a small bowl, stir together barbecue sauce, garlic, and sambal oelek. Brush over the skewers and let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp skewers for 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and grill for an additional 3 to 4 minutes or until cooked through.
Notes
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Cooked shrimp kabobs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the grill or in a frying pan.
- As an alternative to grilling, broil the kabobs in the oven about 4 to 6 inches from the heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until cooked through.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 204 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 204 | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 183mg | 61% |
| Sodium | 857mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 494mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 189IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 41mg | 46% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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