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Colorful summer skewers with shrimp, jalapeños, and plums on a rustic table, ideal for a summer BBQ.
Alyssa

Summer Skewers

Grilled shrimp, jalapeños, and plums make a surprisingly delicious summer skewer. Perfect for a light dinner or BBQ side.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lbs peeled and cleaned shrimp about 454 g
  • 6 large jalapeños seeded and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 bunches chopped cilantro
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3/4 cup Sprite for sweetness
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. Combine all ingredients except lime in a large, resealable bag and marinate for at least one hour.
  2. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water while the food marinates.
  3. Skewer shrimp, jalapeño, and plum. Grill over medium-low heat for about 8 minutes, squeezing lime juice onto each skewer until the shrimp is fully cooked.

Notes

Perfect for outdoor grilling during summer!