Bon Dance Inspired Hawaiian Shrimp Skewers with Pineapple Glaze
Juicy shrimp skewers glazed with a sweet and tangy pineapple sauce inspired by the festive flavors of Hawaiian Bon Dance celebrations. This hawaiian-inspired seafood ready in about 50 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, pineapple juice, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers
- 2 tbsp for garnish chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp for garnish toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup pineapple juice, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp minced ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes. Whisk until sugar dissolves to create the marinade.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, toss to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread the marinated shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, about 5-6 shrimp per skewer.
- Step 4: Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, basting occasionally with remaining marinade, until shrimp turn opaque and slightly charred.
- Step 5: Remove from grill, transfer to serving platter, and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
- Step 6: Serve immediately with steamed rice or a fresh green salad.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bon Dance Inspired Hawaiian Shrimp Skewers with Pineapple Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (40 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Bon Dance Inspired Hawaiian Shrimp Skewers with Pineapple Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pineapple juice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bon Dance Inspired Hawaiian Shrimp Skewers with Pineapple Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bon Dance Inspired Hawaiian Shrimp Skewers with Pineapple Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bon Dance Inspired Hawaiian Shrimp Skewers with Pineapple Glaze?
Hawaiian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
