Half-Shell Shrimp with Pineapple Glaze
Succulent shrimp grilled to perfection and glazed with a sweet-tangy pineapple reduction, served over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice. This asian fusion-inspired seafood (gluten-free, sugar-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (peeled and deveined) large shrimp, (minced) garlic, butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 cup (grated, from 1/2 a medium fruit) pineapple
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 cup (cooked) rice
- 1 tsp (toasted) sesame seeds
- 1 (juiced) lime
- 1 (finely chopped, optional) jalapeño
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. In a bowl, combine shrimp, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp butter, 1 tsp lime juice, and jalapeño (if using). Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: While shrimp marinates, make the glaze: In a small saucepan, sauté garlic in 1 tbsp butter over medium heat until fragrant (30 seconds). Add grated pineapple, remaining 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp honey. Cook for 5-7 minutes until syrupy and reduced by half.
- Step 3: Grill shrimp for 3-4 minutes per side until charred and opaque. Brush with glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Step 4: Serve shrimp over rice, drizzle with remaining glaze, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and lime zest.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Shell Shrimp with Pineapple Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 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 Half-Shell Shrimp 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 (minced) garlic from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Shell Shrimp 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 Half-Shell Shrimp 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.
Is Half-Shell Shrimp with Pineapple Glaze gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, sugar-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
