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Grilled Shrimp with Pineapple Glaze
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 

This grilled shrimp with homemade pineapple glaze is quick and easy like so many recipes on this blog. The sweetness of pineapple along with the goodness of shrimp makes the ultimate combination.

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Servings: 3
Ingredients
  • 1 pound (1/2 kg) medium or large Shrimp peeled & deveined
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper powder
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro | coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
  1. Wash and pat dry the shrimp. If using wooden skewers, soak it in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.

  2. Add all the remaining ingredients to the food processor and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the flavor as needed. Transfer the contents to a saucepan.

  3. Let the mixture simmer on low heat till the syrup thickens and almost coats the back of a spoon.

  4. Thread the shrimp onto the skewers and brush the marinade on the shrimp. Heat the grill pan and lightly brush some oil. Place the skewers on it. Let it cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side.

  5. Brush the extra glaze in between.

Recipe Notes

If using an outdoor grill, timings may vary.

You can cook this in a pan too. Lightly oil the pan and add the shrimp. Keep adding some glaze in between.