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    Apr 12, 2022 · Modified: Jan 27, 2023 by Carita · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Jerk Shrimp Sliders with Pineapple Salsa

    Must try Jerk Shrimp Sliders with Pineapple Salsa! Sweet Hawaiian rolls are piled high with jerk shrimp, fresh pineapple salsa with an herbed garlic-lemon aioli that is to-die-for. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or appetizer for hungry guests!

    If you like jerk, you will love this Jerk Shrimp and Grits recipe!

    Completed recipe of 4 jerk shrimp sliders on top of parchment paper with fries and a pineapple added for styling purposes. A small ramekin of pineapple salsa added for styling purposes.
    Jerk Shrimp Sliders

    Table of Contents

    • WHAT IS JERK FLAVOR?
    • JERK SHRIMP SLIDERS
    • PINEAPPLE SALSA
    • INGREDIENTS TO MAKE JERK SHRIMP SLIDERS
      • JERK SHRIMP SLIDER INGREDIENTS
      • PINEAPPLE SALSA INGREDIENTS
      • HERB GARLIC-LEMON AIOLI
    • PINEAPPLE SALSA RECIPE
    • HOW TO MAKE HERB GARLIC-LEMON AIOLI
    • PREPARE JERK SHRIMP
    • HOW TO ASSEMBLE JERK SHRIMP SLIDERS
    • HOW TO STORE JERK SHRIMP SLIDERS
    • Jerk Shrimp Sliders with Pineapple Salsa
      • Ingredients  
      • Instructions 

    WHAT IS JERK FLAVOR?

    This Caribbean inspired flavor, specifically from the island of Jamaica consists of herbs and spices. To explain, all spice, scotch bonnet peppers, garlic, cinnamon, cloves, thyme and other spices make this seasoning/sauce rich in flavor.

    The taste is similar to BBQ style foods as jerk recipes are cooked on the open grill. Expect to enjoy flavors mixed with sweet, spice and smokey.

    Jerk flavor can be made in variations such as a dry rub, sauce and/or marinade.

    JERK SHRIMP SLIDERS

    These sliders were created on a whim. With that said, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal if you are wanting something different from traditional meals. On another note, these jerk shrimp sliders are fancy enough that you can prepare these sliders as an appetizer at your next gathering.

    Made with soft Hawaiin sweet slider buns that are layered with green lettuce, plum jerk shrimp, topped with fresh pineapple salsa with a garlic-lemon aioli, expect a satisfying burst of flavor!

    Finished recipe of jerk sliders styled with French fries and a pineapple added for styling purposes.
    Jerk Shrimp Sliders

    PINEAPPLE SALSA

    When preparing a dish that includes spicy and smoky flavors, pairing a sweet ingredient can aide in balancing flavors. With that said, the pineapple salsa is the perfect pairing for jerk shrimp.

    With just a few simple ingredients, this versatile salsa works great on most proteins. Click here to try Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Salsa or Blackened Grilled Chicken with Pineapple Salsa.

    INGREDIENTS TO MAKE JERK SHRIMP SLIDERS

    This recipe may require an intentional trip to the grocery store if you do not have jerk seasoning lying around. With that said, I am certain adding this recipe to your grocery list will be worth the trip.

    Jerk shrimp slider recipe ingredients. Slider buns are added on white parchment paper, in small white bowls are butter and jerk marinade. Shrimp are in a medium sized bowl with bibb lettuce also on parchment paper.
    Jerk Shrimp Slider Ingredients

    Here is what you will need:

    JERK SHRIMP SLIDER INGREDIENTS

    1. Shrimp. Fresh is best but frozen works as well. You will need small to medium sized shrimp that will fit the size of the buns. If frozen, be sure to thaw the shrimp before preparation.
    2. Slider Buns. Any slider style buns will work great. While I used Hawaiian style slider buns, you can certainly use any brand/type that you prefer. It is important to note, a thicker style bun works best to withstand the ingredients in the slider.
    3. Jerk Marinade. Here is the brand of jerk marinade that I absolutely love. If you would prefer to use a seasoning blend, click here for a homemade version I have paired with chicken that works great.
    Walkers Wood Jerk Seasoning in a 10 oz jar with company logo.
    Jerk Shrimp Marinade
    1. Butter. Unsalted works best, this will be used to butter the buns and the jerk marinade already contains salt.
    2. Bibb Lettuce. Any leafy green will work. Use what you have on hand or can get access too.

    PINEAPPLE SALSA INGREDIENTS

    1. Pineapple. Fresh or canned works great. I tested this recipe using both and either works and will provide the appropriate amount of sweetness!
    2. Cilantro. This will be used in the pineapple salsa and also pairs well with jerk flavor.
    3. Red Bell Pepper. Can substitute a yellow or orange bell pepper.
    4. Honey. The honey helps to bring the flavors together in the pineapple salsa and cuts the tartness from the pineapple.
    5. Red Onion. This particular onion works best paired with the additional ingredients.
    6. Jalapeno. Certainly, optional as the jerk marinade will hold spice. If you are a spic lover, keep the jalapeno for additional spice and crunch!
    7. Lime Juice. Fresh is best but certainly use what you have on hand. This ingredients helps to balance the sweet and tart flavors of the recipe.
    Pineapple Salsa ingredients on a flay lay surface. Red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro and jalapeno are lined on a narrow plate. In small bowls are honey, salt and pepper and a lime cut in half. In a medium sized light blue bowl, are the diced/chunked fresh pineapple.
    Pineapple Salsa Ingredients

    HERB GARLIC-LEMON AIOLI

    1. Mayonnaise. Use the good stuff! Substitute sandwich spreads will not work great in my opinion. I prefer Duke's or Blue Plate.
    2. Garlic. Any type of garlic will work. I used garlic paste but freshly minced garlic or jarred garlic will work for this aioli.
    Herb-garlic aiolo sauce ingredients. On a small white plate; salt and pepper, half of a lemon, fresh tarragon and thyme. In a small white bowl is mayonnaise. A small bowl is also filled with garlic paste.
    Garlic-Herbed Aioli
    1. Thyme. Adding fresh herbs to this aioli amplifies the flavor. Dried works just a good but use fresh if you can.
    2. Tarragon. Thyme and Tarragon pair well with jerk flavor and is often used in jerk seasonings or marinades.
    3. Lemon Juice. Fresh lemon juice is always a good ingredient to use when "pulling" flavors together. The lemon juice is used as a binding agent to bring the flavor of the sauce together.

    PINEAPPLE SALSA RECIPE

    This pineapple salsa comes together in minutes. In this case, prepping the listed ingredients for this part of the recipe will ultimately save in time.

    To be sure that all components of the recipe are prepared in proper order, prepare the salsa first. This will allow the salsa to marinate a little and the flavors will develop while the remaining ingredients are prepared.

    Pineapple Salsa ingredients in a medium sized white bowl. Ingredients are not stirred to show each ingredient included.
    Pineapple Salsa Topdown Shot
    1. Begin by roughly chopping and small dicing the pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro and jalapeno.
    2. Next, measure the lime juice, honey, salt and pepper.
    3. In a medium to large bowl, add the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro and jalapeno.
    4. Now, pour in the lime juice, honey, salt and pepper.
    5. Lastly, stir ingredients until thoroughly combined. Cover and set aside until later use.
    Pineapple salsa prepared in a whit ramekin bowl. Out of focus in the background with jerk shrimp sliders and fries for styling purposes.
    Pineapple Salsa

    HOW TO MAKE HERB GARLIC-LEMON AIOLI

    This aioli spread pairs amazing with this recipe. When I first tested the recipe, the aioli was not added. To sum up, this is by far was the "missing" piece to this recipe.

    With the added herbs, creamy mayo, garlic and lemon juice, this spread compliments the exisitng flavors in the sliders.

    Garlic-herbed mayo ingredients in a light blue bowl unstirred to show each ingredient.
    Garlic Herbed Mayo Ingredients
    1. Begin by measuring and prepping the mayonnaise, garlic, thyme, tarragon and lemon juice.
    2. Next, add the mayonnaise and additional ingredients to a small bowl.
    3. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
    4. Now, taste test the aioli and adjust flavor to your liking by adding salt, pepper or more lemon juice.
    5. Last, cover and set aside until later use.

    PREPARE JERK SHRIMP

    This is the easiest jerk shrimp recipe you will need. With little prep, no marinating and just three simple ingredients, you can have delicious, fiery jerk shrimp ready in under five minutes!

    Jerk shrimp cooking in a pan that is in a collage. The top image consists of shrimp unseasoned in a pan and bottom image has jerk marinade added cooking.
    Jerk shrimp cooking collage
    1. Prep shrimp by peeling, deveining, thawing, rinsing and drying with a paper towel.
    2. Next, measure our jerk marinade.
    3. Now, place a small to medium sized skillet on medium/high heat.
    4. Add butter to the pan and melt.
    5. Pour in shrimp and begin sautéing in butter.
    6. At the same time, add jerk marinade and stir.
    7. Cook jerk shrimp in butter and jerk sauce being careful not to overcook.
    8. Finally, remove cooked jerk shrimp from heat and set aside.
    Jerk shrimp cooked with marinade in a small glass bowl cooling off. Slider buns out of focus in the background.
    Jerk Shrimp

    HOW TO ASSEMBLE JERK SHRIMP SLIDERS

    Now that each component of the recipe is prepared, now it is time to assemble these delicious sliders. First, be sure to toast the sliders. This will ensure the sliders stay intact as the ingredients are added. After toasting the slider buns place on desired serving tray.

    Jerk shrimp slider in focus with fries added for styling purposes. Pineapple added for styling purposes.
    Jerk Shrimp Sliders

    Now, add about one teaspoon of the herb garlic aioli to the bottom slider bun. Then, layer the lettuce over the bun and aioli. Next, add on the prepared jerk shrimp (about 3-4 shrimp depending on size). Then, top with about one tablespoon of pineapple salsa.

    Finally, top the bottom half of the prepared slider with the top bun and serve!

    HOW TO STORE JERK SHRIMP SLIDERS

    This recipe can certainly be stored and eaten later or over the course of a few days. In this case, store each component of the recipe separately.

    Store the cooked jerk shrimp in an airtight container. Next, add pineapple salsa also into an airtight container. Finally, store the herb-garlic aioli in a refrigerator safe container. These ingredients will remain fresh for 3-4 days.

    Completed recipe of 4 jerk shrimp sliders on top of parchment paper with fries and a pineapple added for styling purposes. A small ramekin of pineapple salsa added for styling purposes.
    Jerk Shrimp Sliders
    Finished recipe of jerk sliders styled with French fries and a pineapple added for styling purposes.

    Jerk Shrimp Sliders with Pineapple Salsa

    Carita
    Must try Jerk Shrimp Sliders with Pineapple Salsa! Sweet Hawaiian roles are piled high with jerk shrimp, fresh pineapple salsa with an herbed garlic-lemon aioli that is to-die-for. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or appetizer for hungry guests!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Course Appetizer, Brunch, Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Jamaican
    Servings 6 people

    Ingredients
      

    Jerk Shrimp Sliders

    • 10 oz Shrimp small to medium sized
    • 1 tablespoon Jerk Marinade see blog notes
    • 1 cup Bibb Lettuce
    • 2 tablespoon Butter unsalted
    • 6-8 Hawaiian Slider Buns see blog notes

    Pineapple Salsa

    • 2 cups Pineapple small diced
    • ½ cup Cilantro roughly chopped
    • ¾ cup Red Bell Pepper small diced
    • ½ cup Red Onion small diced
    • ¼ cup Jalapeno
    • 1 tablespoon Honey
    • Pinch Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Pepper

    Herb-Garlic Aioli

    • ½ cup Mayonnaise
    • ½ tablespoon Garlic garlic paste
    • ½ tablespoon Thyme
    • ½ tablespoon Tarragon
    • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
    • Pinch Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Pepper

    Instructions
     

    Pineapple Salsa

    • Begin by roughly chopping and small dicing the pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro and jalapeno.
    • Next, measure the lime juice, honey, salt and pepper.
    • In a medium to large bowl, add the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro and jalapeno.
    • Now, pour in the lime juice, honey, salt and pepper.
    • Lastly, stir ingredients until thoroughly combined. Cover and set aside until later use.

    Herb-Garlic Aioli

    • Begin by measuring and prepping the mayonnaise, garlic, thyme, tarragon and lemon juice.
    • Next, add the mayonnaise and additional ingredients to a small bowl.
    • Whisk until thouroughly combined.
    • Now, taste test the aioli and adjust flavor to your liking by adding salt, pepper or more lemon juice.
    • Last, cover and set aside until later use.

    Jerk Shrimp

    • Prep shrimp by peeling, deveining, thawing, rinsing and drying with a paper towel. a small to medium sized skillet on medium/high heat.
    • Add butter to the pan and melt.
    • Pour in shrimp and begin sautéing in butter.
    • At the same time, add jerk marinade and stir.
    • Cook jerk shrimp in butter and jerk sauce being careful not to overcook.
    • Finally, remove cooked jerk shrimp from heat and set aside.

    Assemble Jerk Shrimp Sliders

    • First, toast the sliders. After toasting the slider buns place on desired serving tray.
    • Now, add about one teaspoon of the herb garlic aioli to the bottom slider bun.
    • Then, layer the lettuce over the bun and aioli.
    • Next, add on the prepared jerk shrimp (about 3-4 shrimp depending on size).
    • Then, top with about one tablespoon of pineapple salsa.
    • Finally, top the bottom half of the prepared slider with the top bun and serve!
    Keyword Jerk Chicken, Jerk Shrimp, Jerk Shrimp Sliders

    If you like jerk flavored recipes, try:

    Jerk Shrimp and Grits

    Jerk Shrimp and Grits

    Jamaican Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Salsa

    Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Salsa

    Blackened Chicken with Pineapple Salsa

    Blackened Chicken with Pineapple Salsa

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    Hi, I'm Carita a true southern girl at heart. My love for cooking started as a child watching my grandmothers cook with such ease in the kitchen. Creating delicious meals doesn't always require hours in the kitchen. I have taken all that I've learned and work to develop simplified versions of staple recipes for you to share with family and friends!

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