🍤 Passion Fruit Glazed Shrimp Skewers
These skewers feature succulent grilled shrimp coated in a vibrant, tangy-sweet passion fruit glaze. Perfect for a summer BBQ, a light dinner, or an appetizer that transports your guests straight to the tropics.
🥭 Ingredients
For the Passion Fruit Glaze
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1/2 cup fresh passion fruit pulp (about 4-6 fruits)
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1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (for a vegan option)
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2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a kick)
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Pinch of salt
For the Shrimp Skewers
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1 pound large shrimp (21/25 size), peeled and deveined
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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12-16 wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling)
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Optional: 1 red bell pepper and 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces (for adding to the skewers)
🔪 Instructions
1. Prepare the Glaze
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In a small saucepan, combine the passion fruit pulp, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes (if using), and a pinch of salt.
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Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
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Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze has thickened slightly and reduced by about a third. It should be syrupy enough to coat the back of a spoon.
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Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
2. Assemble the Skewers
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Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
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In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Thread the shrimp onto the skewers. If using vegetables, alternate shrimp with pieces of bell pepper and onion. Aim for 3-4 shrimp per skewer.
3. Grill the Skewers
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Preheat your grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat. Brush the grates lightly with oil.
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Place the shrimp skewers on the hot grill.
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Grill for 2-3 minutes per side.
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During the last minute of grilling, brush both sides of the skewers generously with the prepared passion fruit glaze. Be careful not to apply the glaze too early, as the high sugar content can cause it to burn.
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The shrimp is done when it is pink, opaque, and has curled into a ‘C’ shape.
4. Serve
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Remove the skewers from the grill and arrange them on a serving platter.
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Drizzle any remaining passion fruit glaze over the top.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, or a few extra passion fruit seeds, and serve immediately.
⭐ Pro Tips for Your Blog
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Serving Suggestions: Suggest pairing the skewers with coconut rice, a light quinoa salad, or a simple avocado and mango salsa to complete the tropical theme.
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Passion Fruit Seed Texture: Let your readers know that the tiny, crunchy seeds in the pulp are a part of the experience and add a pleasant texture!
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Make it Ahead: The glaze can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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Alternative Cooking Method: For those without a grill, they can be cooked in the oven on a baking sheet lined with foil at () for 8-10 minutes, brushing with the glaze halfway through.