Caribbean Fish and Pineapple Skewers with Coconut Lime Mojo

Name: Caribbean Fish and Pineapple Skewers with Coconut Lime Mojo
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Comida Caribeña
Ingredients: 1.3 lb firm white fish fillet; 2 cups fresh pineapple; 1 cup red onion; 1 cup red bell pepper; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 tbsp lime juice; 4 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp fresh thyme; 2 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 3/4 cup coconut milk; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro; 1 small fresh red chili; 1 tbsp honey; 2 tsp fresh ginger

Original skewers of white fish marinated with lime, garlic, and Caribbean spices, layered with pineapple and red onion, grilled until juicy and served with a silky coconut, cilantro, and chili mojo. A vibrant, fresh, tropical dish ideal for a special meal.

25 minPrep

15 minCook

40 minTotal

4Servings

Gluten-FreeDairy-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

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600 g firm white fish fillet (diced large; mero, bacalao fresh or halibut)
300 g fresh pineapple (diced)
150 g red onion (en trozos large for brocheta)
120 g red bell pepper (en cuadrados)
45 ml olive oil (divided)
60 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed, divided)
12 g garlic (chopped fino, divided)
4 g fresh thyme (solo the leaves)
4 g smoked paprika
2 g ground cumin
0.5 g ground cinnamon
6 g salt (divided or to taste)
2 g black pepper (or to taste)
180 ml coconut milk (without sugar)
15 g fresh cilantro (chopped)
10 g fresh red chili (without semillas and chopped)
15 ml honey
8 g fresh ginger (grated)

Nutrition facts

per serving

342 kcal

Calories

33 g

Protein

16 g

Carbs

16 g

Fat

2 g

Fiber

14 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

Fish

Instructions

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1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning. Preheat a grill, grill pan, or oven to 425°F / 220°C.
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2. In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil, 3 tablespoons (45 ml) lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, thyme, smoked paprika, cumin, cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoon (4 g) salt, and black pepper.
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3. Add the fish cubes to the marinade and toss gently to coat well. Let rest for 10 minutes while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
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4. Thread the marinated fish, pineapple, red onion, and red bell pepper onto skewers, alternating ingredients until everything is used.
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5. For the mojo, place the coconut milk, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, grated ginger, red chili, honey, 1/4 teaspoon (2 g) salt, and cilantro in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes without boiling hard, until the sauce is fragrant and lightly blended.
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6. Cook the skewers on the grill or grill pan for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or bake them for 10 to 12 minutes at 425°F / 220°C, turning halfway through. The fish should be opaque and cooked through, and the pineapple lightly caramelized.
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7. Remove the skewers and let them rest for 2 minutes. Serve hot with the coconut lime mojo spooned over or on the side.
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8. Taste and adjust with extra salt or lime juice if desired before serving.

Chef tips

For better texture, pat the fish dry well before marinating. If using the oven, place the skewers on a rack or lined tray for better browning. The mojo also works beautifully as a sauce for white rice or roasted cassava.

Substitutions

You can substitute the white fish with firm salmon for a richer flavor, though it will change the dish profile. Honey may be replaced with agave syrup. If you do not have cilantro, use fresh parsley, and if fresh pineapple is unavailable, use firm mango cubes.

What I used to make it

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Ninja Professional BL610 Blender
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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
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