Fish Skewers

17/11/2023

Fish skewers are a great way to enjoy different types of seafood in a single dish. Here’s a simple recipe you can make.

Ingredients

300 g of white-fleshed fish fillets (for example, sea bream, sea bass or cod)
200 g of peeled shrimp
2 medium squids, cleaned and cut into rings
1 red bell pepper
1 zucchini
1 lemon
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Aromatic herbs (such as thyme or chopped parsley)
8 wooden or metal skewers

Preparation

Start by soaking the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes so they do not burn during cooking.
Cut the fish fillets into cubes of about 3 cm and season them with oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and aromatic herbs. Let them marinate for about 15 minutes.
In the meantime, prepare the vegetables: wash them and cut the bell pepper and zucchini into pieces that fit the skewers, trying to keep the size similar to the pieces of fish.
Assemble the skewers by alternating the pieces of fish with shrimp, squid rings, and pieces of vegetable.
Heat a grill or griddle for cooking. Once it is hot, cook the skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side, until the fish and seafood are golden and cooked (cooking time may vary depending on the size and thickness of the pieces).
During cooking, brush the skewers with the remaining marinade.
Serve the fish skewers hot with a wedge of lemon and, if desired, a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Curiosity

Fish skewers are a versatile dish with which you can easily experiment, using different types of seafood and fish depending on availability and season. Each type of fish brings its own unique texture and flavor to the dish.

For an Italian touch, you might also add a few cubes of bread drizzled with a little oil and season everything with a bit of oregano before grilling. This will add crunchiness and the typical Mediterranean flavor of Italian cuisine.