Shrimp skewers with pineapple and pineapple-chili dip

50 minutes

Leicht

4 people

Shrimp skewers with pineapple are a fruity, summery treat for barbecue lovers. The tender shrimp and fresh pineapple are perfectly complemented by a spicy marinade made from lemon, garlic and olive oil. There is also a spicy pineapple-chili dip that rounds off the taste experience. These easy-to-prepare skewers are a highlight for every barbecue party.

Ingredients

For the shrimp skewers:
800 g black tiger prawns, easy peel
¾ of a ripe pineapple, cut into pieces
2 lemons, juice and zest
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 tbsp olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
8 metal skewers
For the pineapple chili dip:
¼ of a ripe pineapple, cut into pieces
1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp honey
Salt to taste

Stefan from HONEST CATCH

Our art director Stefan is not only gifted behind the camera, but also at the stove. This recipe was written by him.

Preparation

Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, salt and pepper. Add the shrimp and mix well. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare shrimp skewers: Thread the marinated shrimp and pineapple pieces alternately onto the metal skewers.
Preheat the grill: Preheat the grill and as soon as the charcoal is glowing, place the skewers on it. Grilling: Grill the shrimp skewers for about 4-5 minutes per side, until the shrimp are pink and the pineapple pieces are lightly caramelized.
To make pineapple chili dip: Add the rest of the fresh pineapple chunks, chopped red chili, lime juice, honey and a pinch of salt to a blender. Blend well until smooth. If necessary, you can add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.

HINT: Using two metal-skewers per shrimp skewer has a decisive advantage when grilling: it prevents the shrimp and pineapple pieces from turning or slipping on the grill when turned. The stable double skewer construction keeps the ingredients securely in place and allows them to be grilled evenly. The recipe also works on a gas grill.