Kabobs
Barbequing this July 4th?
Ingredients:
-1/2 LBS SMALL NEW POTATOES
-2 SMALL EARS CORN, CUT INTO 1 1/2 ROUNDS
-1/2 LB ANDOUILLE, CUT INTO 1 IN ROUNDS
-1/2 LB LARGE SHRIMP PEELEDBAND DEVEINED
-1/4 C 1/2 STICK UNSALTED BUTTER, MELTED
- 4 TSP HIT PEPPER SAUCE (TABASCO)
-2 TSP OLD BAY SEASONING
LEMON WEDGES FOR SERVING
Directions:
In a pot bring potatoes to a boil in salted water over medium-high. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, about 12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Alternately thread potatoes; corn, andouille and shrimp onto four 8in skewers. Heat grill to medium-high. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. In a small bowl, combine butter mixture occasionally until shrimp are opaque throughout and corn is tender and beginning to char about 8 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.
Grilling kabobs is one of my favorite summer activities, especially for occasions like the 4th of July. What I love about this recipe is the balance of flavors achieved by combining seafood, sausage, and fresh vegetables on the skewers. The shrimp bring a juicy, tender texture, while the andouille sausage adds a spicy, smoky kick. The small new potatoes are boiled first to ensure they’re cooked through and tender, yet firm enough to hold on the skewer, and the corn adds a sweet crunch when grilled. For best results, I recommend threading the ingredients in alternating order—potato, corn, sausage, and shrimp—to get a variety of tastes in each bite. When grilling, be sure to oil the grates well to prevent sticking. I also like to baste the kabobs a few times with the butter, Tabasco, and Old Bay mixture during grilling to keep everything juicy and flavorful. Serving the kabobs with lemon wedges is not just for presentation; a squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the flavors and adds a zesty finish. You can also customize this recipe by adding bell peppers or cherry tomatoes if you want more veggies. Overall, these kabobs are a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any summer BBQ. They’re easy to make, cook quickly, and bring a festive touch to your Independence Day celebrations or any outdoor gathering.
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