Shrimp Pineapple Skewers Honey Glaze
Flavorful shrimp and pineapple skewers glazed with spicy honey create a quick, tropical dish perfect for grilling, ideal as an appetizer or main course bursting with sweet heat.
Equipment
- 1 grill preheated to 400°F
- 8 skewers for threading shrimp and fruit
- 1 mixing bowl to prepare glaze
- 1 basting brush to apply oil and glaze
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons hot honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1 red pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup fresh pineapple cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pound large shrimp cleaned
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine hot honey, soy sauce, honey, and pineapple juice to make the glaze. Reserve half for basting.
- Preheat the grill to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Thread shrimp, red pepper chunks, and pineapple pieces alternately onto skewers.
- Brush skewers lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill skewers for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until shrimp turn pink and firm.
- Baste the skewers with the reserved glaze while grilling for added flavor.
- Remove from grill and serve with rice, snow peas, and remaining glaze drizzled on top.
Notes
- Use bamboo skewers soaked in water to avoid burning on the grill.
- Adjust spice level by modifying hot honey amount.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 2 days.
- Try substituting shrimp with chicken for variation.