Grilled Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers | Cait Straight Up

pineapple

🥗Healthier: mango

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Mango adds a tropical flavor while canned pineapple is often less expensive.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a plant-based option, while chicken is a more affordable protein.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: yellow onion

Green onion provides a milder flavor, while yellow onion is more economical.

Make the marinade by combining 1 tablespoon of molasses and 0.5 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce in a mixing bowl.

Add olive oil, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and juice of 1 lime to the bowl.

Whisk the marinade together until well combined, ensuring the molasses is fully mixed in.

Soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning on the grill.

Assemble the skewers by threading raw shrimp, large pieces of red onion, and chunks of pineapple onto the soaked skewers, alternating ingredients.

Make sure to push the ingredients together on the skewer to avoid large gaps and maintain a consistent pattern.

Once assembled, pour the marinade over the skewers and give them a shake to coat evenly.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lay the skewers on the grill.

Cook the skewers for about 15 to 20 minutes, checking that the shrimp have turned completely pink and the vegetables have softened.

Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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