BEST GRILLED SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS
Our Grilled Shrimp and Scallop Kabobs are out of this world! Shrimps and scallops infused with wonderful citrus flavors from lemon and lime mixed with Worchestershire sauce, then grilled to perfection, making this kabob BEST tasting EVER!
Provided by 2 sisters recipes
Categories Seafood Recipes
Time 13m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Soak wooden kabob sticks in water for one hour. Remove, let dry.
- Place shrimp and scallops in a reusable plastic bag, then insert them into another plastic bag to prevent leakage.
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and microwave for 1-2 minutes or until the butter is melted.
- Stir and set aside about 1/3 of the juice for basting.
- Pour the remaining marinade over the shrimp and scallops.
- Seal bag and refrigerate for one hour or overnight, turning bag over occasionally.
- Drain and discard the marinade - you will notice that some of the juice has hardened because of the butter...This is how it is supposed to look.
- Thread kabobs alternately using scallops and shrimp.
- Heat the grill, and place them on the BBQ uncovered, over medium heat, and grill for about 3 to 5 minutes per side, turning once.
- Brush each side with the remaining marinade.
- Grill until shrimp turns pink and scallops are opaque.
- Yields 15 Kabobs
SCALLOP KABOBS
"I'm always on the lookout for recipes that are lower in fat and heart-healthy, too. These kabobs fill the bill. I like to serve them with a fruit salad and a light dessert." Edie DeSpain - Logan, UT
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Pour 1/4 cup into a large resealable plastic bag; add scallops. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 20 minutes. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil. Add peppers; cover and boil for 2 minutes. Drain and immediately place peppers in ice water. Drain and pat dry., Drain and discard marinade. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the tomatoes, scallops and peppers., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until scallops are firm and opaque, basting occasionally with reserved marinade.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 624mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS
"These seafood kabobs are a big hit with everyone who loves spicy food. Don't forget to use the extra seasoned butter as a dipping sauce!" Mitzi Sentiff - Annapolis, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, pepper sauce, garlic powder and onion powder; set aside 1/2 cup butter mixture for serving and keep warm., Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on. On four metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and scallops. , Place skewers on greased grill rack. Cook, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are firm and opaque, basting occasionally with butter mixture. Serve with reserved butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 35g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 170mg cholesterol, Sodium 813mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein.
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