Best 5 Scallop And Shrimp Kabobs Recipes

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**Savory and Succulent: A Culinary Journey with Scallop and Shrimp Kabobs**

Indulge in a tantalizing culinary experience with our delectable scallop and shrimp kabobs, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Succulent sea scallops and succulent shrimp, marinated in a symphony of herbs and spices, are skillfully skewered and grilled to perfection. Served alongside a medley of grilled vegetables, these kabobs offer a vibrant and colorful presentation, perfect for impressing your guests or enjoying a delightful meal with loved ones. With three variations to choose from, including a zesty lemon-herb marinade, a smoky paprika-cumin blend, and a piquant chili-lime sauce, these kabobs cater to diverse palates and preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our scallop and shrimp kabob recipes, promising an explosion of flavors in every bite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS



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Who doesn't love backyard grilling season? For a quick and healthy dinner, fire up the grill and look no further than shrimp and scallop kabobs! With a zesty lemon juice, thyme and salt and pepper these seafood kabobs offer up robust flavor and are ready in 25 minutes. If you're on grill duty, remember to leave a little space on your kabob for an even cook! Take in the savory aromas and bonus points if you can dine al fresco.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound sea scallops
12 uncooked large shrimp in shells
8 medium whole fresh mushrooms, (about 6 ounces)
8 cherry tomatoes
1 medium zucchini, (about 1 inch in diameter), cut into 1-inch slices

Steps:

  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat.
  • Mix lemon juice, oil, thyme, salt and pepper. Cut scallops in half if over 1 inch in diameter.
  • Thread scallops, shrimp, mushrooms, tomatoes and zucchini alternately on each of four 10-inch metal skewers. Brush with lemon juice mixture.
  • Grill uncovered 4 inches from medium heat 10 to 15 minutes, brushing frequently with lemon juice mixture and turning once, until scallops are white and shrimp are pink and firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg

SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS



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"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

3/4 cup butter, cubed
3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
12 uncooked large shrimp (about 1/2 pound)
16 sea scallops (about 2 pounds)

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.

SCALLOP AND SHRIMP KABOBS



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A fresh tasting Asian-inspired kabob. Preparation time: 20 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

Provided by Robyn Webb

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound large shrimp - peeled and deveined
½ pound scallops
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 fresh pineapple - peeled, cored and cut into wedges
½ cup rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
3 tablespoons light soy sauce

Steps:

  • If using wooden skewers, soak 6 of them in warm water for 15 minutes. This prevents the skewers from catching on fire while the kabobs cook. Then thread the shrimp, scallops, peppers, and pineapple on the skewers.
  • Make the basting sauce: In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and soy sauce. Mix well.
  • Prepare an outside grill with an oiled rack set 4 inches above the heat source. Place the skewers on the grill and baste with some of the sauce. Grill kabobs for about 5 to 6 minutes total, turning and basting with the sauce while grilling. Heat remaining basting sauce until warm and serve on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 127.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 440.8 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

BARBECUED SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS



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Looking for a sea food dinner? Then check out these grilled scallops and shrimp kabobs - brushed with a spicy butter mix.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons seafood and fish seasoning, Cajun seasoning or Creole seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Frank's™ RedHot™ Original cayenne pepper sauce
18 large sea scallops (1 lb.)
12 large fresh shrimp (3/4 lb.), shelled, tails left on, deveined

Steps:

  • Melt butter in small, heavy saucepan over low heat until milk solids settle to bottom of saucepan. Skim off any foam from top of melted butter. Carefully spoon golden liquid (clarified butter) from saucepan into another small saucepan; discard milk solids.
  • To clarified butter in saucepan, add onion, seafood and fish seasoning, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce; blend well. Place scallops and shrimp in 12x8-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish. Pour butter mixture over scallops and shrimp; turn to coat. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Heat grill. When ready to grill, oil grill rack. Alternately thread 3 scallops and 2 shrimp onto each of six 12 to 14-inch metal skewers; reserve butter mixture. Place kabobs on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 6 to 10 minutes or until scallops turn opaque and shrimp turn pink, turning once and brushing frequently with butter mixture. If necessary, reheat butter mixture before brushing on kabobs. Bring any remaining butter mixture to a boil; serve with kabobs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 0 g

GRILLED SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS



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Who doesn't love backyard grilling season? For a quick and healthy dinner, fire up the grill and look no further than shrimp and scallop kabobs! With a zesty lemon juice, thyme and salt and pepper these seafood kabobs offer up robust flavor and are ready in 25 minutes. If you're on grill duty, remember to leave a little space on your kabob for an even cook! Take in the savory aromas and bonus points if you can dine al fresco.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound sea scallops
12 uncooked large shrimp in shells
8 medium whole fresh mushrooms, (about 6 ounces)
8 cherry tomatoes
1 medium zucchini, (about 1 inch in diameter), cut into 1-inch slices

Steps:

  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat.
  • Mix lemon juice, oil, thyme, salt and pepper. Cut scallops in half if over 1 inch in diameter.
  • Thread scallops, shrimp, mushrooms, tomatoes and zucchini alternately on each of four 10-inch metal skewers. Brush with lemon juice mixture.
  • Grill uncovered 4 inches from medium heat 10 to 15 minutes, brushing frequently with lemon juice mixture and turning once, until scallops are white and shrimp are pink and firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality seafood: Look for scallops and shrimp that are plump and have a briny smell. Avoid any seafood that smells fishy or sour.
  • Soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using: This will help prevent them from burning on the grill.
  • Season the seafood liberally with salt and pepper: This will help to enhance the natural flavors of the seafood.
  • Use a variety of vegetables on your kabobs: This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to your dish. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and tomatoes.
  • Cook the kabobs over medium heat: This will help to prevent the seafood from overcooking and becoming tough.
  • Baste the kabobs with melted butter or olive oil while they are cooking: This will help to keep them moist and prevent them from sticking to the grill.
  • Serve the kabobs immediately with your favorite dipping sauce: Some good options include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or lemon-herb butter.

Conclusion:

Scallop and shrimp kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make summer dish. They are perfect for a backyard barbecue or a casual weeknight meal. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your kabobs are cooked to perfection and that they are bursting with flavor. So fire up the grill and get cooking!

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