Combine sugar, water, chopped red chilis (or chili flakes), lime juice, and lime zest in a pot.

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.

Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.

Remove the pot from heat and let the syrup cool completely.

Cut the mango cheeks from the mangoes, removing the pit.

Peel the skin off the mango cheeks and cut each cheek in half.

Cut each mango piece into three bite-sized pieces.

Halve the papaya, watermelon, or cantaloupe. Peel away the skin and remove the seeds.

Cut the skin off the pineapple.

Cut the papaya and pineapple into bite-sized pieces, similar in size to the mango.

Thread the prepared fruit onto bamboo skewers, alternating colors and textures.

Brush each fruit skewer with the cooled lime and chili syrup before serving.

Serve immediately and enjoy!