Best 4 Vanilla Lime Pineapple Skewers Recipes

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Welcome to the delectable world of flavor combinations where vanilla, lime, and pineapple dance together to create a symphony of tastes on a skewer! In this article, we'll guide you through a culinary journey that unveils the secrets to crafting the most tantalizing vanilla lime pineapple skewers, promising a refreshing and tropical twist to your next barbecue or party. Prepare to embark on a sensory adventure as we explore the perfect balance of sweetness, citrusy tang, and rich, creamy notes that make this skewer recipe an absolute delight. We'll dive into selecting the freshest ingredients, preparing the marinade for maximum flavor infusion, and cooking techniques that ensure juicy and succulent skewers every time. So, gather your grilling essentials, and let's embark on this delicious escapade, transforming ordinary skewers into extraordinary culinary delights.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

HONEY-GARLIC SHRIMP AND PINEAPPLE SKEWERS



Honey-Garlic Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers image

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

CHILI LIME RAINBOW SKEWERS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chili Lime Rainbow Skewers Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: lime juice, olive oil, honey, chili powder, salt, pepper, wooden skewers, chicken breast, red bell peppers, orange bell peppers, yellow bell peppers, green bell peppers, red onion, fresh cilantro

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Yield 10 skewers

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup lime juice
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
10 wooden skewers
3 lb chicken breast, cubed
2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch (2 1/2 cm) pieces
2 orange bell peppers, cut into 1-inch (2 1/2 cm) pieces
2 yellow bell peppers, cut into 1-inch (2 1/2 cm) pieces
2 green bell peppers, cut into 1-inch (2 1/2 cm) pieces
1 red onion, cut into 1-inch (2 1/2 cm) pieces
fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 5-10 minutes and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken with the marinade ingredients and mix.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for at least an hour.
  • If baking, preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Assemble skewers by adding red bell pepper first, followed by orange, yellow, and green bell peppers, red onion, and then marinated chicken. Repeat until skewer is full.
  • Place skewers on a baking sheet and brush with remaining marinade.
  • Bake or grill 20-30 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 10 grams

PINEAPPLE PORK SKEWERS



Pineapple Pork Skewers image

Provided by Erin Campbell

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted and roughly chopped
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
One 1-pound pork loin, cut into 2-inch chunks
1 medium pineapple, peeled, quartered, cored and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
Vegetable oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Combine the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, mango, and chipotle pepper in a food processor. Season with salt and pepper, then puree until smooth. Scrape the sauce into a bowl and add the pork, tossing to coat.
  • Thread 6 wooden skewers with alternating pieces of pineapple and pork.
  • Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high. Drizzle the skewers with oil and sprinkle with salt. Grill the skewers, rotating as needed and basting with any leftover mango sauce as you rotate, until the pork is cooked through and lightly charred at the edges, about 10 minutes. Serve hot.

PINEAPPLE SIRLOIN SKEWERS



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From Marysville, Washington, Karen Hamlin shares this tasty treatment for beef that relies on a made-in-moments marinade. "I like to add mushrooms to the skewers and serve the yummy kabobs over hot cooked rice," she writes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks
6 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Refrigerate the pineapple. In a small bowl, combine the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, oil, ginger, garlic and pepper. Reserve 1/3 cup marinade for basting and 1/3 cup for serving; cover and refrigerate., Pour the remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add beef cubes. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Drain and discard marinade from beef. On metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread beef and pineapple chunks. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or broil 4-6 in. from the heat until beef reaches desired doneness, basting frequently with one portion of reserved marinade. Serve with remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use wooden or metal skewers for easy handling and presentation.
  • Cut fruits into uniform sizes for even cooking and attractive presentation.
  • For a bolder flavor, marinate the fruit skewers in pineapple juice, lime juice, and honey mixture for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
  • Grill the skewers over medium heat, turning occasionally, until the fruit is caramelized and slightly charred.
  • Serve the skewers warm or at room temperature with a drizzle of honey-lime sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Vanilla lime pineapple skewers are a refreshing and delicious summer treat that is perfect for parties, picnics, or a simple weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and visually appealing dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a light and easy summer recipe, give these vanilla lime pineapple skewers a try.

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