Our Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp and Pineapple Kabobs are every bit as tasty as they sound. The sweetness of grilled fresh pineapple pairs perfectly with the smoky saltiness of the bacon.
1poundjumbo shrimp, peeled, de-veined, with tails on(usually 16/20 count)
Salt and ground black pepper
1fresh pineapple peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
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Instructions
Cook the bacon until just done but still flexible (not crispy!). The easiest method is cooking it in the microwave in 2-minute increments. Thinner bacon will take about 3-4 minutes and thicker bacon may take 4-6 minutes, depending on your microwave. Or, use our no-fail method in the oven, but take it out a few minutes early. Set the bacon aside on a wooden cutting board to cool. Then, cut the slices in half.
Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper on all sides.
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
Set up a work station with the skewers (metal or wooden), shrimp, par-cooked bacon, pineapple chunks, and a large plate to hold the finished skewers. To build the kabobs, wrap a shrimp in a half piece of bacon and thread it on the skewer followed by a pineapple chunk. Each kabob will hold four bacon-wrapped shrimp and four pineapple chunks. Place the kabobs in the plate. Tip: Thread any extra pineapple on skewers to grill along side the shrimp, too.
Using tongs, place the kabobs on the grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side and then flip to the other side. Grill for 2-3 minutes, until done. Shrimp should be pink and opaque when done. Remove to a clean platter. (Alternate cooking method: Broil on a sheet pan for 2-3 minutes per side.)
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and more salt and pepper, if desired.
Notes/Tips
Partially cook the bacon before wrapping it around the shrimp. That way the pineapple, shrimp, and bacon are all done (not overcooked) within the same grilling time
After you par-cook the bacon, you'll alternately thread pineapple and bacon-wrapped shrimp onto the skewer. If your bacon isn't staying on, use toothpicks to secure it.
You'll know shrimp is done when the shrimp turns pink and is no longer translucent.