Best 7 Shrimp Sweet Potato Skewers Recipes

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Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this culinary journey, where we explore the art of crafting succulent shrimp sweet potato skewers, a vibrant fusion of flavors that will elevate your dining experience. Let's embark on a delectable adventure as we unveil the secrets behind this irresistible dish, promising a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave you craving for more. Get ready to ignite your kitchen with the aromatic sizzle of shrimp and sweet potatoes, complemented by a symphony of herbs and spices.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHRIMP & SWEET POTATO SKEWERS



Shrimp & Sweet Potato Skewers image

These skewers make romantic picnic food. I perfected them for a date with my wife. We like them with couscous and a glass of chilled wine. -Paul Wargaski, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 pound sweet potatoes (about 2 small), cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
3/4 teaspoon paprika, divided
12 uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
Hot cooked couscous

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. Place sweet potatoes in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix 1 tablespoons oil, rosemary and 1/2 teaspoon paprika; drizzle over potatoes. Toss to coat. Roast 25-35 minutes or just until just tender, stirring occasionally., On six metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and sweet potatoes; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat 5-7 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, turning once., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk lemon juice and the remaining oil and paprika until blended. Serve skewers with couscous and drizzle with lemon mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 429mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

DAVID'S SWEET SHRIMP KABOB'S



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
6 shrimp, deveined
1/4 cup favorite seafood seasoning mix
8 ounces Italian dressing
2 ounces Worcestershire sauce
2 ounces honey

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill.
  • On wooden skewers, place deveined, curled shrimp, and season with your favorite seafood seasoning mix.
  • In bowl, mix Italian dressing, Worcestershire sauce, and honey. Heat lightly in the microwave.
  • Cook kabobs over medium/hot flame. When shrimp start to turn pink baste with Italian dressing mix and turn. Repeat every 3 to 4 minutes until
  • done.
  • Serve hot off the grill. Sit back and watch the smiles!

SWEET POTATO SHRIMP CAKES



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     appetizer

Time 16m

Yield 10 to 12 (3-inch) cakes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fish sauce
3/4 pound (41-50 count) shrimp, shelled and deveined
2 large sweet potatoes (about 3 cups grated)
1/2 cup minced scallions
1/4 cup minced shallots
1 tablespoon minced serrano pepper
1 tablespoon minced ginger
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup peanut oil, for frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce and the fish sauce, then add in the shrimp. Cover the bowl and allow to marinate, in the refrigerator, while preparing sweet potatoes.
  • Peel and grate sweet potatoes. With hands, squeeze excess moisture from potato if necessary. In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes and the remaining ingredients, except the flour, mixing well. Stir in the flour and mix to combine.
  • Remove the shrimp from the marinade to a cutting board, then chop and fold into the sweet potato mixture.
  • In a large heavy bottomed skillet, over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of the peanut oil. Form cakes, as flat as possible and carefully add first batch to pan. Fry for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on the first side and 1 minute on the second side. Remove to a serving platter and season with salt. Add remaining oil to the pan and cook the second batch. Serve immediately.

SMOKY SWEET CHILI SHRIMP SKEWERS RECIPE BY TASTY



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These sweet and savory shrimp skewers are layered with mango, red pepper, and red onion.

Provided by Tikeyah Whittle

Categories     Sides

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

¼ cup sweet chili sauce, such as mae ploy divided, plus 2 tablespoons, divided
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons liquid smoke
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 red bell pepper, cut into 16 1 in (2 cm) pieces
1 medium red onion, cut in to 1 in (2 cm) pieces
16 large shrimps, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
1 large mango, peeled and cut into 16 1-inch (2 cm) pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, for garnish
Lime wedge, for serving
wooden skewer, 10 in (25 cm)

Steps:

  • Soak the wooden skewers in cold water for at least 30 minutes before using.
  • Arrange one rack in the center and one rack in the upper third of the oven. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Make the sauce: Add ¼ cup (60 ml) sweet chili sauce, the honey, soy sauce, lime juice, liquid smoke, and garlic to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
  • Build the skewers: Onto each wooden skewer, thread 1 piece of bell pepper, 2-3 pieces of red onion, 1 shrimp, and 1 piece of mango. Repeat to make a second layer. Continue with the remaining ingredients and skewers.
  • Arrange the skewers on a rimmed baking sheet and season on both sides with the salt and pepper. Brush both sides of the skewers with the smoky sweet chili sauce.
  • Transfer to the center oven rack and bake for 5 minutes. Turn the oven to broil and move the pan to the upper rack. Broil for 3-5 minutes, until lightly charred in spots.
  • Remove the skewers from the oven and brush with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sweet chili sauce. Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with the cilantro, and serve with lime wedges alongside.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 24 grams

SWEET GRILLED SHRIMP SKEWERS



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My boyfriend flipped over these. They are easy enough that you can add or skimp on ingredients and they are virtually fool proof. Add sweet or spicy at your leisure. This is a surefire hit!

Provided by CHICKLETS

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 2h21m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup molasses
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon mustard
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon ranch-style salad dressing
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
4 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
wooden skewers

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, lemon juice, molasses, basil, vegetable oil, mustard, honey, clove, ranch dressing, chili powder, and garlic in a large bowl. Toss in shrimp to coat, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours. Meanwhile, soak wooden skewers in hot water to prevent burning on the grill.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Thread shrimp tightly on to skewers. Cook on the top rack of the grill for approximately 4 minutes, or until the shrimp turns pink on one side. Flip shrimp and cook for an additional 2 to 4 minutes, or until there are no signs of grey. Use a fork to remove shrimp from the skewers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 346.2 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 37.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 461.7 mg, Sugar 47 g

MINI SHRIMP & SWEET POTATO KABOBS



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Roasted sweet potatoes and marinated shrimp combine for a delicious party starter-especially when you thread them onto skewers and pop them on the grill!-Paul Wargaski, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1-1/4 pounds)
2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon chili powder, divided
3 tablespoons lemon juice
12 uncooked jumbo shrimp (about 3/4 lb.), peeled and deveined
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Peel and cut potatoes into 1-inch cubes (about 24 cubes). Toss with 2 tablespoons oil, rosemary and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Roast 20-25 minutes or until almost tender, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk lemon juice and the remaining oil and chili powder until blended. Reserve 2 tablespoons marinade for basting. Add shrimp to remaining marinade and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 20 minutes., On each of 12 soaked wooden appetizer skewers, thread sweet potato and shrimp. Brush reserved marinade over kabobs; sprinkle with salt and pepper., Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink.

Nutrition Facts :

HONEY-GARLIC SHRIMP AND PINEAPPLE SKEWERS



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Nothing says summer like shrimp on the grill. This quick recipe will have dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. Serve over rice, pasta, or a salad.

Provided by Bren

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 40m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons raw honey
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon pineapple juice
1 large clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce (such as Bragg®)
1 pinch red pepper flakes
4 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 (1 inch) cubes fresh pineapple
8 (1 inch) pieces red bell pepper
2 each bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 20 minutes
1 serving cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine butter, honey, lemon juice, pineapple juice, garlic, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Simmer until sauce begins to thicken, 3 to 4 minutes. Set aside 1/2 of the sauce for dipping.
  • Thread pineapple, shrimp, and bell pepper alternately onto both skewers and baste with the remaining sauce.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat (400 degrees F (200 degrees C)) and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill until shrimp are cooked through and opaque in color, turning halfway, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.3 g, Cholesterol 230.7 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.9 g, Sodium 718.1 mg, Sugar 49.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right shrimp: Use fresh or frozen shrimp that has been deveined and peeled. If using frozen shrimp, thaw it completely before cooking.
  • Marinate the shrimp: Marinating the shrimp in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs will help to add flavor and moisture to the shrimp.
  • Skewer the shrimp and sweet potatoes: Alternate shrimp and sweet potato chunks on the skewers. Make sure the shrimp are evenly spaced and that the sweet potatoes are not too thick, so that they cook evenly.
  • Cook the skewers: Grill, bake, or pan-fry the skewers until the shrimp are cooked through and the sweet potatoes are tender. If grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high heat and cook the skewers for about 10 minutes, turning once.
  • Serve the skewers: Serve the skewers immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as a lemon-herb sauce, tzatziki sauce, or a spicy mayonnaise.

Conclusion:

Shrimp and sweet potato skewers are a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. They are easy to make and can be cooked in a variety of ways. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give shrimp and sweet potato skewers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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