Teriyaki Grilled Shrimp and Pineapple
A vibrant summer dish combining sweet pineapple with savory marinated shrimp, grilled to perfection. Quick to prepare and packed with bold flavors, this crowd-pleaser features a homemade teriyaki glaze for a sweet and slightly spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 35
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Soy Sauce (1/4 cup) – Use tamari for gluten-free option
Pineapple Juice (1/4 cup) – Unsweetened
Brown Sugar (1/4 cup) – Packed
Garlic (2 teaspoon) – Freshly grated
Ginger (2 teaspoon) – Freshly grated
Sriracha (1 tablespoon) – Adjust to taste
Large Shrimp (1 pound) – Peeled and deveined
Pineapple (1) – Peeled and sliced into 1/2 inch by 2 inch pieces
Instructions
Combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sriracha in a saucepan
Simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves (3-5 minutes)
Cool sauce completely
Marinate shrimp in half the sauce for 20 minutes
Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill 2-3 minutes per side
Toss pineapple in remaining sauce and grill until caramelized
Serve with additional sauce on the side
Notes
Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free option
Canned pineapple chunks can be substituted if needed
Reduce sriracha to make it milder
Use fresh pineapple for optimal flavor and texture