Squid and Shrimp Skewers

Squid and shrimp skewers are a tasty and relatively simple second course to make. Here is the recipe for some delicious sea skewers.

Ingredients

• 400 g of squid (clean bodies and tentacles)
• 400 g of cleaned shrimp
• 1 lemon (juice and grated zest)
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Fresh parsley to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Toothpicks or wooden skewers (previously moistened)

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the squid if you haven’t already done so: remove the insides, skin, and beak. Rinse well under running water. Cut the squid bodies into rings or, if you prefer, leave them whole if they are small.
2. Take the cleaned shrimp, making sure they are free of the shell and intestine.
3. In a bowl, prepare a marinade with lemon juice, some grated zest, finely chopped garlic (or in its skin and crushed, if you prefer a less intense aroma), extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix the ingredients well.
4. Place the squid and shrimp in the marinade and let rest in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes so that the flavors meld together.
5. In the meantime, prepare the skewers by alternating a shrimp and a piece of squid on each toothpick until all ingredients are used.
6. Heat a grill or nonstick pan and cook the skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side, until the squid and shrimp are golden and cooked to the right point.
7. Once cooked, place the skewers on a serving dish and serve them hot, with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a final sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.

If you wish, you can pair the squid and shrimp skewers with a fresh green salad or grilled vegetables.

Curiosity

Sea skewers represent a versatile recipe suitable for every season. In the summer, they can be grilled outdoors, while in the winter they can be prepared in the oven or pan. In Italy, especially in coastal regions, the use of very fresh fish is preferred to enhance the true flavor of the sea.