14 tasty kebabs

Sunset Magazine

Fire up the grill for these tasty kebabs and skewers, ready in 30 minutes or less.


Grilled Chicken Kebabs with Romesco Sauce
This is a chicken kebab dish that will please anyone with a refined palate. Use the leftover romesco sauce for eggs or roasted artichokes.

Recipe
Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients
8 wood or metal skewers
2 pounds boned, skinned chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2-in. cubes
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons plus 1 tbsp. minced garlic
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1 teaspoon smoked Spanish paprika (pimenton; see Notes)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup peeled roasted red peppers (canned or fresh)
1/4 cup whole almonds or hazelnuts, toasted
1 slice crusty bread, toasted and cut into cubes
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
2 bunches green onions, root ends trimmed

Preparation
1. If using wood skewers, soak in cold water at least 30 minutes before using. In a large bowl or resealable plastic bag, combine chicken, cilantro, 3 tbsp. olive oil, lime juice, 2 tsp. garlic, salt, smoked paprika, and pepper. Toss to coat, then marinate, chilled, 25 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, put roasted peppers, nuts, bread, vinegar, remaining 1 tbsp. minced garlic, and 1/4 cup olive oil in food processor and whirl until puréed; sauce will be thick.
3. Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high (you can hold your hand 1 to 2 in. above cooking grate only 3 to 4 seconds). Thread chicken onto skewers, discarding marinade. Drizzle green onions with remaining 1 tbsp. olive oil. Lay skewers on grill (cover if using gas) and cook 4 minutes. Turn skewers over, then lay green onions on grill. Cook 4 minutes, until chicken is browned and cooked through and onions are charred in places. Serve hot, accompanied by sauce.


Coconut Lime Shrimp Skewers
The coconut and lime marinade imparts a lot of flavor to the shrimp. This can be done ahead of time and then put onto skewers when you're ready to grill them, making it a good choice for entertaining.
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Grilled Lamb and Halloumi Kebabs
Alternating lamb pieces with salty halloumi cheese on skewers is a good way to balance the flavors of both in one easy step.
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Japanese Tofu Skewers on Soba
The smoky flavor of the grill adds a bit of umami to this vegetarian kebab and noodle dinner.
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Yogurt-marinated Chicken Kebabs with Israeli Couscous
This simple and tasty recipe yields a generous amount of food, so make sure you have some hungry guests!
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Pancetta Salmon Kebabs with Parsley Vinaigrette
This is a clever way to serve salmon to a group. Cut the salmon into cubes then thread onto skewers and grill, making it easy finger food with a fresh dipping sauce.
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Caramelized Pork Kebabs with Chinese Eggplant
The pork and eggplant on these kebabs get a sticky, glazed coating when grilled, which gives the dish a delicious salty-caramelized flavor.
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