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Grilled Spicy Pineapple Shrimp Skewers with Mango Slaw

A sizzling street food dinner recipe, perfect for a Friday night tailgate or outdoor gathering.

πŸ•’ Prep: 20 minutes - Cook: 10 minutes - Total: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: American, Street Food

Allergens

Shellfish (shrimp)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into 1
  • inch chunks
  • 1 ripe mango, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium high heat.
  2. In a large bowl, toss shrimp with lime juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Thread shrimp and pineapple onto skewers, alternating between the two. Grill for 2 3 minutes per side or until shrimp is pink and cooked through.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine mango, red onion, red cabbage, and cilantro. Toss with lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve grilled shrimp skewers with mango slaw on the side for a complete meal.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of smoky spices and sweet pineapple brings out the best in the shrimp, creating a flavor explosion with each bite.

Notes

Make sure to soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using them.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish is inspired by the flavors and intensity of street food found at outdoor festivals and events.