Ingredients
Scale
To create this delicious dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
For the Pineapple Sauce:
- 1 cup of fresh pineapple chunks
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- 1 teaspoon of soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a spicy kick)
Instructions
Preparing the Shrimp
- Boil the Shrimp: Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Cool the Shrimp: Immediately transfer the shrimp to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them chill for about 5 minutes.
- Dry the Shrimp: Remove the shrimp from the ice bath and gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Season the Shrimp: In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Toss to coat them evenly.
Making the Pineapple Sauce
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the pineapple chunks, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Blend until smooth.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. If you enjoy a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Chill the Sauce: Transfer the sauce to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 250
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Protein: 24 grams