BBQ Pineapple Shrimp Recipe
A delicious and quick BBQ Pineapple Shrimp recipe perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner. Juicy shrimp are sautéed with garlic, bell peppers, and onions, then combined with sweet pineapple tidbits and tangy barbecue sauce. Served over hot cooked rice and garnished with fresh parsley, this dish combines smoky, sweet, and savory flavors for a tropical twist on traditional BBQ.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Land O Lakes® Butter, divided
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
Vegetables and Fruit
- 1 large bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
- 1 large onion, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
- 1 (8-ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
Sauce and Garnish
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- Hot cooked rice, for serving
- Chopped parsley (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the shrimp: Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp along with the chopped garlic. Cook the shrimp until they turn pink and are opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the cut bell pepper and onion pieces. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables become tender but still slightly crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine shrimp and sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Add the drained pineapple tidbits and the barbecue sauce. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to warm through.
- Serve: Spoon the BBQ pineapple shrimp mixture over hot cooked rice. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately for a flavorful and hearty meal.
Notes
- You can use fresh pineapple cut into chunks instead of canned tidbits for a fresher flavor.
- Adjust the amount of barbecue sauce to taste if you prefer a saucier or milder dish.
- To make the dish spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce along with the barbecue sauce.
- This recipe pairs well with steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad.
- Ensure shrimp are thawed if using frozen, and pat dry before cooking for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 recipe without rice)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg
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