Assorted Kebabs Recipe

Name: Assorted Kebabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Chicken Kebabs; 28 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat and cartilage and cut into 2-inch cubes (about 16 to 20 cubes); 3/4 cup lemon marinade (see Lemon Marinade); 1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices; Swordfish Kebabs; 24 ounces swordfish fillets, 1 1/2-inch thick, cut into 2-inch chunks (16 to 20 pieces); 3/4 cup lemon marinade (see Lemon Marinade); 1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices; Shrimp Kebabs; 20 ounces shrimp, tail-on, shelled and de-veined (16 to 20 pieces); 3/4 cup lemon marinade (see Lemon Marinade); 1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices; For lamb kebabs; 2 lbs boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of all fat and silver skin, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes (16 to 20 pieces); 3/4 cup balsamic marinade (see Balsamic Marinade); 1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices; Beef kebabs; 1 1/2 lbs beef sirloin, fat removed, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes (16 to 20 pieces); 3/4 cup balsamic marinade (see Balsamic Marinade); 1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices; For vegetable kebabs; 1 medium red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1-inch-square pieces; 1 medium yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1-inch-square pieces; 1 medium green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1-inch-square pieces; 1 medium eggplant, cut lengthwise into 8 slices, then cut crosswise into 1-inch wedges (about 1 lb); 1 medium red onion, cut into 8 slices then separated into rings; 1 lb cremini mushroom, stems trimmed; 2 medium yellow squash, ends trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 3/4 lb); 1 large zucchini, ends trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 1/2 lb); 3/4 cup balsamic marinade (see Balsamic Marinade)

Servings: persons

Chicken Kebabs
28 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat and cartilage and cut into 2-inch cubes (about 16 to 20 cubes)
3/4 cup lemon marinade (see Lemon Marinade)
1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
Swordfish Kebabs
24 ounces swordfish fillets, 1 1/2-inch thick, cut into 2-inch chunks (16 to 20 pieces)
3/4 cup lemon marinade (see Lemon Marinade)
1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
Shrimp Kebabs
20 ounces shrimp, tail-on, shelled and de-veined (16 to 20 pieces)
3/4 cup lemon marinade (see Lemon Marinade)
1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
For lamb kebabs
2 lbs boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of all fat and silver skin, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes (16 to 20 pieces)
3/4 cup balsamic marinade (see Balsamic Marinade)
1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
Beef kebabs
1 1/2 lbs beef sirloin, fat removed, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes (16 to 20 pieces)
3/4 cup balsamic marinade (see Balsamic Marinade)
1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
For vegetable kebabs
1 medium red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1-inch-square pieces
1 medium yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1-inch-square pieces
1 medium green bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1-inch-square pieces
1 medium eggplant, cut lengthwise into 8 slices, then cut crosswise into 1-inch wedges (about 1 lb)
1 medium red onion, cut into 8 slices then separated into rings
1 lb cremini mushroom, stems trimmed
2 medium yellow squash, ends trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 3/4 lb)
1 large zucchini, ends trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 1/2 lb)
3/4 cup balsamic marinade (see Balsamic Marinade)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil

1
Soak 12-inch bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
2
Prepare a plastic freezer bag or bags for each type of kebab being prepared. Beef and lamb should marinate about 4 hours. Chicken and shrimp marinates about 2 hours; swordfish 20 minutes. Add marinade and seal while removing as much air as possible.
3
Thread each skewer with one kind of vegetable or meat, facing the same way, for even cooking. Can be refrigerated for up to one day at this point. Bring to room temperature before grilling.
4
Marinade used for the veggies can be reused or add a little oil to make a salad dressing! Meat marinades must be discarded.
5
Prepare a medium hot grill for direct heat cooking. Wipe kebab with paper towel, then spray food with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Cook chicken, beef, and lamb 10 - 12 minutes; vegetables 8 to 10 minutes; swordfish 6 - 8 minutes; shrimp 4 - 5 minutes, turning frequently.
6
Remove from skewers and serve. If serving several different kebabs, arrange in rows on platter.

1683

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

204

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 32 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Chicken Kebabs, 28 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of fat and cartilage and cut into 2-inch cubes (about 16 to 20 cubes), 3/4 cup lemon marinade (see Lemon Marinade), 1 English cucumber, ends trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices, and more.

Yes, Assorted Kebabs falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Assorted Kebabs

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