Description
Tropical Hawaiian ham and pineapple skewers blend sweet and savory flavors in a delightful summer grilling experience. Sizzling with island-inspired zest, these skewers bring Caribbean charm directly to your plate and will make you dream of sunny coastlines.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 lb (450 g) ham, cut into 1-inch cubes
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
Marinade and Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) honey
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional:
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- Craft a zesty marinade by whisking soy sauce, honey, olive oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small mixing bowl.
- Place ham cubes and pineapple chunks in a large bowl, drench with half the prepared marinade, ensuring thorough coating. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Submerge wooden skewers in water to prevent burning during grilling (metal skewers can be used directly).
- Heat outdoor grill to medium temperature (around 375°F).
- Assemble skewers by alternating marinated ham, pineapple, red and green bell peppers, and red onion pieces onto prepared skewers.
- Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, rotating periodically and brushing with remaining marinade until ham is thoroughly heated and vegetables develop light charred edges.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then serve immediately while hot and aromatic.
Notes
- Marinate Longer for Deeper Flavor: Let the ham and pineapple sit in the marinade for up to 2 hours to intensify the sweet and savory taste profile.
- Prevent Wooden Skewer Burning: Always soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from catching fire during grilling.
- Swap Proteins for Dietary Needs: Replace ham with tofu, chicken, or shrimp for vegetarian, halal, or seafood-friendly variations that maintain the tropical essence.
- Balance Grill Heat for Perfect Char: Maintain medium heat to ensure vegetables get a nice char without burning, and the ham warms evenly without drying out.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 213 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg