SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS

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shrimp and scallop kabobs

shish kabob recipe

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 lb fresh or frozen scallops (thawed)
  • 1 lb shrimp fresh or frozen (thawed) tails on or off
  • 1 zucchini, sliced about 1/4 in thick
  • 1 red onion, sliced into 1 in pieces
  • 5 metal or wooden skewers

FOR GARLIC CHILI SAUCE:

  • Zest of 1 large orange and juice
  • Zest of 1 lime and juice
  • 3 tbsp canola oil
  • 4 tsp minced garlic
  • 1-1/2 tsp chili paste
  • 1-1/2 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 2 tbsp light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp pepper

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat grill to 450 degrees and spray with nonstick grilling spray.
  2. Thread skewers with shrimp, scallops, zucchini, and red onions.  Repeat until all skewers have been made.
  3. In a small bowl whisk together all ingredients for the garlic chili sauce.  Brush over skewers and place them on hot grill.
  4. Grill with lid open for 4-5 minutes, turning once to cook evenly.  Baste with sauce after turning.
  5. Remove from grill and baste with a little more sauce (optional) and serve.
Calories per serving/355
1 serving = 1 kabob

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