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Fresh Caribbean Pineapple Rice with Coconut Shrimp Skewers

Name: Fresh Caribbean Pineapple Rice with Coconut Shrimp Skewers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 16 large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 cup coconut milk; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup shredded coconut; 1 teaspoon lime zest; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup jasmine rice; 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced; 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper; 1/4 cup chopped green onions; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt to taste; 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon soy sauce

Savor the flavors of the Caribbean with this vibrant and refreshing dish combining succulent coconut shrimp with colorful pineapple rice.

4.5(700 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 26, 2026

Fresh Caribbean Pineapple Rice with Coconut Shrimp Skewers — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Coconut Shrimp

For the Pineapple Rice

For the Sauce

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 389 kcal
Protein: 10.25 g
Carbs: 41 g
Fat: 21.5 g
Fiber: 3.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1556 kcal
Protein: 41 g
Carbs: 164 g
Fat: 86 g
Fiber: 13 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
16 large shrimp peeled and deveined	120	23	0	2	0
1 cup coconut milk	445	4	6	48	0
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs	110	4	22	1	1
1/2 cup shredded coconut	230	2	9	21	5
1 teaspoon lime zest	2	0	1	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1 cup jasmine rice	205	4	45	0	1
2 cups fresh pineapple diced	160	2	42	0	4
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper	10	0	2	0	1
1/4 cup chopped green onions	10	1	2	0	1
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro	1	0	0	0	0
1 tablespoon soy sauce	11	1	1	0	0
1 tablespoon olive oil	120	0	0	14	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce	120	0	30	0	0
2 tablespoons lime juice	8	0	3	0	0
1 teaspoon soy sauce	4	0	1	0	0

These are estimated nutritional values and not professional dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Shrimp

1
Combine marinade ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine coconut milk, salt, and pepper.
2
Marinate the shrimp
Add the shrimp and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
3
Prepare the coating
Meanwhile, prepare the coating by mixing panko, shredded coconut, and lime zest in another bowl.

Preparing the Pineapple Rice

1
Rinse and drain rice
Rinse jasmine rice under cool water and drain.
2
Cook the rice
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add rice, cover, and reduce heat. Simmer for 15 minutes.
3
Fluff and set aside
Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside.

How to Make Fresh Caribbean Pineapple Rice with Coconut Shrimp Skewers

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Coating the Shrimp
Dredge marinated shrimp in panko-coconut mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
2
Preparing the Pineapple Rice
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; cook bell peppers until soft, then add pineapple. Stir in cooked rice, soy sauce, and garnish with green onions and cilantro.
3
Cooking the Shrimp Skewers
Thread coated shrimp onto skewers and grill or pan-fry over medium heat, about 2-3 minutes per side, until thoroughly cooked.