Take your next cookout to the next level with these Sweet & Spicy Shrimp Skewers! Infused with Cajun heat and tropical pineapple sweetness, they’re the perfect protein-packed recipe for your grill stacker, BBQ grill stacker, or portable fire pit stack setup.

Ingredients for Sweet & Spicy Shrimp Skewers

Before you fire up your charcoal grill stacker, gather your ingredients:

For the Skewers:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Juice of 1 lime
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

For Coconut Lime Dipping Sauce:

• ½ cup coconut milk
• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
• Juice of ½ lime
• 1 tsp honey
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
• Salt to taste

For Smoky Molasses BBQ Sauce:

• ½ cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp molasses
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• ½ tsp salt

Instructions: Grilling Over Your Outdoor Fire Pit Stack

1. Season the Shrimp
   Toss shrimp in olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Let marinate briefly while you prep the grill.
   
2. Assemble the Skewers
   Alternate shrimp and pineapple chunks on soaked skewers.
   
3. Grill Over High Heat
   Using your BBQ grill stacker or outdoor fire pit stack, cook skewers over hot coals for about 2 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and slightly charred.
   
4. Finish and Serve
   Squeeze fresh lime juice over the hot skewers and serve with either dipping sauce.
   

Dipping Sauces to Elevate Your Grill Game

Coconut Lime Dipping Sauce

Creamy and refreshing—perfect to tame the Cajun spice.

Instructions:

Whisk all ingredients in a bowl until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Smoky Molasses BBQ Sauce

Rich and smoky with a hint of sweetness—ideal for basting or dipping.

Instructions:

Simmer all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until thickened. Cool and serve.

Why These Skewers Work on a Portable Grill Stacker

Whether you're cooking at a tailgate, campsite, or backyard BBQ, a portable grill stacker or charcoal grill stacker ensures high-heat precision cooking and easy transport. These skewers are quick, crowd-pleasing, and ideal for fire pit cooking thanks to minimal prep and fast grilling time.