Description
Pineapple Shrimp Luau is a vibrant and tropical dish combining grilled shrimp and caramelized pineapple, served in a hollowed-out pineapple shell for a fun, visually stunning presentation.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 fresh pineapple, halved and hollowed out
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper. Marinate the shrimp in the mixture for 10-15 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the Pineapple: Slice the pineapple in half lengthwise and hollow out the halves, leaving a ½-inch thick shell. Dice the reserved pineapple flesh into bite-sized chunks.
- Grill the Shrimp and Pineapple: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers or place directly on the grill. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Grill the hollowed-out pineapple halves for 2-3 minutes until grill marks appear and the outside starts to caramelize.
- Assemble and Serve: Once the shrimp are grilled, remove them from the skewers and toss them with the diced pineapple. Stir in fresh cilantro. Spoon the shrimp and pineapple mixture into the grilled pineapple halves, packing it gently. Garnish with additional cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
For added heat, increase the crushed red pepper flakes or add cayenne pepper to the marinade.
Grill vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, or onions alongside the shrimp for a heartier dish.
Serve with coconut rice to complement the tropical flavors of the dish.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, but it’s best to enjoy this dish fresh.
If you don’t have a grill, use a grill pan or stovetop to achieve similar results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
