Best 6 Caribbean Shrimp Kebabs Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a delightful culinary journey to the Caribbean, where vibrant flavors and tantalizing aromas dance together in perfect harmony. Embark on a gastronomic adventure with our Caribbean shrimp kebabs, where succulent shrimp are artfully skewered and grilled to perfection, exuding a smoky and irresistible charm. Marinated in a symphony of spices, herbs, and citrus, these kebabs burst with a kaleidoscope of flavors that will transport you to the sun-kissed beaches and swaying palm trees of the Caribbean. Accompany these delectable skewers with a medley of flavorful sides, including aromatic coconut rice, a refreshing cucumber salad, and a zesty pineapple salsa. Prepare to be captivated by the vibrant colors and enticing aromas that emanate from this Caribbean feast, a true celebration of culinary artistry.**

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CARIBBEAN SHRIMP KEBABS



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Using two skewers per kebab will help keep the shrimp in place when turning them on the grill. To keep shrimp from toughening, marinate no longer than five minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

32 medium shrimp (about 1 pound), peeled and deveined
2 large red bell peppers, ribs and seeds removed, cut into 24 pieces (about 1 1/2 inches each)
2 tablespoons dark rum
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for grill
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder (preferably Madras)
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Coarse salt
Cilantro Dipping Sauce

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high. Assemble 8 kebabs (using 2 short skewers for each), alternating 4 shrimp with 3 pieces of pepper on each. Arrange skewers in a nonmetallic dish.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together rum, oil, curry powder, allspice, and cayenne. Pour marinade over skewers, and turn to coat. Let stand 5 minutes. Season with salt.
  • Lightly oil grates. Place skewers on grill; cover grill, and cook until grill marks are visible and shrimp are opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Season with more salt, if desired. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 g, Fat 10 g, Protein 25 g

QUICK-MARINATED SHRIMP KEBABS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 39m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 lemon, zested and juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
16 large shrimp, peeled, and deveined
1 summer squash, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 zucchini, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, garlic, oregano, lemon juice, and zest and season with salt and pepper.
  • Alternately thread the shrimp, squash, onion, and zucchini onto the skewers, using 4 shrimp per skewer.
  • Put the kebabs in a shallow baking dish and pour the marinade over the top. Marinate the kebabs at room temperature, turning occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  • Preheat an indoor grill pan or an outdoor grill. Grill the kebabs, turning and basting with the marinade occasionally, until lightly charred and just-cooked through, about 4 minutes.

CARIBBEAN SHRIMP



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Tangy lime juice balances the heat from crushed red pepper flakes in a crowd-pleasing seafood appetizer.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lb uncooked peeled deveined medium shrimp (46 to 50), thawed if frozen
2 medium green onions, chopped (2 tablespoons)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons grated lime peel
1/4 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 teaspoons sesame oil

Steps:

  • In large glass or plastic bowl, mix all ingredients except oil. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes but no longer than 4 hours.
  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. Arrange shrimp in single layer in pan.
  • Bake uncovered 7 to 8 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm. Drizzle with oil. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg

CARIBBEAN GRILLED SHRIMP



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This recipe reminds so much of the taste of vacation that I HAD to share it! We tasted it a few years ago, and begged the chef for the recipe just about everyday during our stay! A few simple ingrediants, 1- 2 hours of marinade time, and VOILA! The compliments will just keep on coming!

Provided by justiceforall

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb large shrimp, thawed, deveined and unshelled
1/3 cup dark rum
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon pepper (4 pepper mix is best)
4 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
4 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 limes, fresh
2 teaspoons garlic salt

Steps:

  • Prepare your shrimp, and leave in the fridge until you're ready.
  • Next, mix the rum, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, ground pepper, chopped basil, olive oil, garlic salt and juice from 2 of the limes.
  • Using a chocolate grater, add the zest from the third lime to the mix.
  • Use the juice from the last lime, and add that to the mix as well.
  • Place your shrimp into the liquid, and leave for between 1 - 2 hours. (60 minutes seems to be the magic number for us, because after that, the rum is a little overpowering).
  • Grill on a hot barbeque about 2-3 minutes each side, or until pink. The caramelisation is amazing!
  • In absence of a barbeque, pan frying or broiling is good too.
  • We serve on stir fried vegetables (using the juice from the mix) and pasta.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.3, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 172.8, Sodium 174.2, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 10.9, Protein 23.7

CARIBBEAN SHRIMP SKEWERS



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© 2014 Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. All rights reserved. Zip off to the Caribbean with the tropical flavors of jerk spices, shrimp and pineapple! These easy skewers are perfect for a picnic, party or an anytime snack. Two of these satisfying skewers are less than 100 calories.

Provided by Turner Broadcasting

Categories     Caribbean

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
8 jumbo shrimp, tail on and peeled
2 teaspoons canola oil
one 8-ounce can pineapple chunks in pineapple juice, drained
16 fresh mint leaves
8 six-inch wood skewers

Steps:

  • Combine the allspice, thyme, cinnamon, cumin, nutmeg, cayenne, black pepper and salt in a bowl. Add the shrimp and toss thoroughly.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon of the oil in a small nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single, uncrowded layer and cook until no longer translucent in the center, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  • Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon oil in the skillet. Add the pineapple and cook until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Turn and cook until again lightly browned on the underside, 1 minute more. Remove from the heat.
  • Thread each skewer in the following order: mint leaf, pineapple chunk, shrimp, pineapple chunk and mint leaf. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.9, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 70.6, Sodium 390.3, Carbohydrate 1.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 7.7

CARIBBEAN "CHRIS-KABOBS"



Caribbean

This is a fun recipe my husband and I created for a festive Caribbean themed party last summer. These skewers are flavorful and beautiful.-Christina Warren, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound sea scallops
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1 medium mango, peeled and cubed
1 medium pear, peeled and cubed
4 tablespoons lime juice, divided
1 teaspoon ground allspice
12 serrano peppers
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the shrimp, ginger, garlic and pepper; set aside. In another small bowl, combine the scallops, paprika and cayenne; set aside. Place the pineapple, mango, pear, 2 tablespoons lime juice and allspice in a small bowl; toss to combine. , On 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the shrimp, scallops, fruits and serrano peppers. Drizzle kabobs with remaining lime juice; sprinkle with salt., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat or broil 4-in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are firm and opaque, turning occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh and succulent shrimp. Frozen shrimp can work, but fresh shrimp will yield the best results.
  • Marinate the shrimp in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice for at least 30 minutes. This will help to infuse the shrimp with flavor and make them more tender.
  • Skewer the shrimp on wooden or metal skewers. If using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
  • Cook the shrimp kebabs over medium heat on a grill or in a grill pan. Cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and slightly charred.
  • Serve the shrimp kebabs immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as a spicy mayo sauce or a tangy lime sauce.

Conclusion:

Caribbean shrimp kebabs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dinner to a festive party. With their vibrant flavors and succulent shrimp, these kebabs are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy this Caribbean-inspired treat!

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