Pina Colada Shrimp

• shrimp (about 36 medium-large )↗1 1⁄4 lbs

  1 1⁄4

• coconut milk, canned↗1 cup

  1

• fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)↗6 tablespoons

  6

• pineapple juice, canned↗1 cup

  1

• dark rum↗1⁄2 cup

  1⁄2

• fresh cilantro, minced↗2 tablespoons

  2

• garlic clove, minced↗1

  1

• salt↗
• black pepper↗
• steamed rice (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Peel the shrimp and devein them under running water.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, combine all the remaining ingredients except the rice.

3. 3

   Add the shrimp, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 5 hours (if it sits longer than this the lime juice will "cook' the shrimp).

4. 4

   Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp from the marinade and thread on metal skewers.

5. 5

   Prepare a fire in a charcoal grill.

6. 6

   When the coals are medium hot, place the skewers on the cooking rack and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink.

7. 7

   Serve with steamed rice, if you like.