Kebabs make for an easy meal because they don't require any side dishes! Try this tasty menu for a fun twist on a standard dinner party. For more DIY and recipe ideas, subscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/BlogSubs
Easy Kebab Party Recipes
Apricot Bellini Recipe
Directions:
Preheat oven to 450.
Split apricots in half and place on a rimmed baking sheet.
Roast for 10 mins, or until Apricots become soft and fall apart.
Allow to cool and then process in a food processor, with sugar, and water until smooth.
To serve: place 1 tbsp of apricot puree in a champagne flute and top with prosecco.
Spiced Nuts Recipe
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Mix egg whites, spices, sugar and salt in a bowl and whisk together. Fold in the nuts and coat them well.
Turn the mixture out onto a greased, rimmed baking sheet and bake for 10-15 mins until fragrant. Tossing every 2-3 minutes, while nuts bake.
Remove from oven and allow to cool.
As the nuts cool and dry, they will harden and become crunchy.
Once desired level of crunchiness has been achieved, store in an airtight container until ready to serve.
Curry Shrimp with Pineapple and Red Bell Pepper Kebabs
Directions:
Mix together oil, curry, garlic, salt, and pepper and lime zest to create a paste. Toss paste with the shrimp to evenly coat, set in the fridge to marinate for 15-20 minutes.
Meanwhile cut pineapple and red peppers into cubes. Thread skewers, alternating with shrimp, pineapple, and red pepper.
Grill 2-3 minutes each side until pink and opaque. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
Dipping Sauce Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, and mix. Transfer to a small serving bowl and serve alongside the shrimp skewers.
Marinated Lamb Kebabs with Garlic Potatoes Recipe
Directions:
Mix together the marinade by combining the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper. Cut the lamb into 1-inch chunks and toss in marinade. Store marinating meat in a zip lock bag for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Pierce potatoes with a fork. Microwave in batches until fork tender about 5 mins each batch. Allow to cool. Toss with butter, oil, garlic, zest and salt and pepper. Thread lamb loosely on skewers 2 chunks at a time, alternating with potatoes. Grill 5-6 mins each side, for medium-rare. Serve garnished with fresh rosemary.
Veggie Kebabs Recipe
Directions:
Cut zucchini, eggplant, and onions into 2-inch chunks.
In a mixing bowl, combine oil, oregano, salt and pepper.
Combine all veggies into a mixing bowl and toss with seasoned oil mixture.
Thread cherry tomatoes into 4 skewers.
Thread eggplant, zucchini, mushrooms and onions on to 8 skewers.
Grill mixed veggie skewers 3-5 mins each side until nicely charred.
During the last 5 minutes of cooking, grill the cherry tomatoes. Turning frequently until lightly charred (and before they split open!)
Serve topped with sea salt and fresh chopped parsley.
Grilled Bananas with Rum Raisin Ice Cream and Caramel Sauce Recipe
Directions:
Combine sugar, water and lemon juice in a medium sized pot. Heat on medium-high until sugar dissolves. Stirring the mixture by just swirling the pot until a golden amber color develops.
Add cream slowly- BE CAREFUL- it will bubble up! Once it settles down, mix until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and add vanilla and butter.
Cut bananas (in their skins) in half, and then lengthwise. Combine sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle with mixture onto bananas.
Thread 2 banana halves onto a skewer. Place on a well-oiled grill, cut side down until lightly charred, and flip and grill the other side until banana comes lose in its skin.
Serving Directions:
Arrange banana skewer in a plate, with a scoop of rum raisin ice cream. Top with caramel sauce and chopped walnuts.