Caribbean-Style Grilled Shrimp And Pineapple Recipe Video
Two delicious ingredients shrimps and pineapple come together to make this Caribbean Grilled Shrimp and Pineapple truly divine. Enjoy your day outdoors with food that sets the food.
Summary
Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In30 MinDifficulty LevelMedium
Health IndexHealthyServings4
Main IngredientFruits
Ingredients
Skewers
1/2 cup lime juice
4 garlic cloves
2 tbsp achiote seeds or equal parts turmeric and paprika
2 tsp allspice berries
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp whole black peppercorns
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and chopped into 1/2 in. thick slices
2 onions, cut into 1/2 in. wedges
3 sprigs, fresh Oregano,
1 lb. shrimp
1 lemon, cut into wedges
Directions
1. Soak the skewers in cool water for 30 minutes.
2. Blend lime juice, garlic, achiote seeds, allspice berries, oregano, salt and peppercorns in a KitchenAid Blender until smooth.
3. Gradually add olive oil to the mixture as the blender is running to create an emulsion.
4. Assemble the skewers with 3 shrimp, 3 pineapple wedges, and 2 onion pieces and transfer to a shallow pan.
5. Add three sprigs of fresh oregano to the pan of skewers once they are finished being assembled. Pour the achiote paste over the skewers evenly and marinate for 1-3 hours.
6. Prepare a charcoal grill to high heat.
7. Place the skewers on the grill and cook about 3-4 minutes a side.
8. Serve with a squeeze of lemon.
2. Blend lime juice, garlic, achiote seeds, allspice berries, oregano, salt and peppercorns in a KitchenAid Blender until smooth.
3. Gradually add olive oil to the mixture as the blender is running to create an emulsion.
4. Assemble the skewers with 3 shrimp, 3 pineapple wedges, and 2 onion pieces and transfer to a shallow pan.
5. Add three sprigs of fresh oregano to the pan of skewers once they are finished being assembled. Pour the achiote paste over the skewers evenly and marinate for 1-3 hours.
6. Prepare a charcoal grill to high heat.
7. Place the skewers on the grill and cook about 3-4 minutes a side.
8. Serve with a squeeze of lemon.
