Grilled Thai-Style Shrimp With Pineapple Recipe

Name: Grilled Thai-Style Shrimp With Pineapple
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 red chili pepper, preferably thai stemmed, seeded, and minced (see note); shrimp; 2 tablespoons table salt; 2 lbs extra-large shrimp (21 to 25 per pound); 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 cups pineapple, fresh, cut into 1-inch chunks; 1 lime, cut into wedges

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 red chili pepper, preferably thai stemmed, seeded, and minced (see note)
shrimp
2 tablespoons table salt
2 lbs extra-large shrimp (21 to 25 per pound)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cups pineapple, fresh, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 lime, cut into wedges

1
For Dipping Sauce: Mix the water, fish sauce, lime juice, basil, sugar, vinegar, and chile in a small bowl. Set aside.
2
For Shrimp: Dissolve the salt in 1 quart cold water in a gallon-size zipper-lock bag. Add the shrimp, press out as much air as possible from the bag, and seal. Let stand 20 to 25 minutes. Drain and rinse the shrimp thoroughly under cold running water. Open the back of the shells with manicure scissors and devein if desired. Toss the shrimp and oil in a medium bowl to coat.
3
For Gas Grill: Turn on all the burners to high, close the lid, and heat the grill until very hot, about 15 minutes. Use a grill brush to scrape the cooking grate clean. Leave the burners on high.
4
Thread the shrimp and pineapple on skewers. Grill the shrimp, covered, for gas grill, turning the skewers once, until the shells are barely charred and bright pink, 5 to 7 minutes.
5
Serve immediately, passing the dipping sauce and the lime wedges.
6
Skewering Shrimp with Pineapple: Thread the tail of the shrimp, then a chunk of pineapple, and finally the head of the shrimp onto a skewer, so that the shrimp forms a half-circle around the pineapple.

385

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons water, 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped, and more.

Yes, Grilled Thai-Style Shrimp With Pineapple falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Thai-Style Shrimp With Pineapple

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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