These bright and flavourful fish skewers are the perfect fusion of Middle Eastern spices and fresh seafood.
Juicy cod fillets and succulent king prawns are marinated in a blend of yoghurt, aromatic spices, and zesty lemon, offering a delicious mix of flavours. This recipe is incredibly straightforward, with a few simple steps that allow the bold seasonings to shine.
Marinating seafood in yoghurt and spices not only infuses it with incredible flavour but also keeps it tender and juicy. It’s a simple technique that makes a big difference.
Perfect for cooking on a BBQ or with a grill or skillet, these skewers bring a taste of the middle east to your table with minimal fuss.
Serve these skewers with wedges of lemon for squeezing over top and your favourite dips or salads on the side. You could even serve with couscous or quinoa like I have used this time. It’s an easy but impressive dish that’s perfect for sharing at your next BBQ.
Middle Eastern Inspired Fish Skewers
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets (cut into bite size chunks)
- 12 king prawns (peeled and butterflied)
- 1 tsp ground hot paprika
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic paste
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 2 lemons
- 4 tbsp natural yoghurt
Directions
- Heat a frying pan and dry toast the paprika, coriander and cumin for a few minutes to release their flavour.
- Put the spices into a bowl along with the yoghurt, garlic, ginger and the zest and juice of one lemon. Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
- Place the cod chunks and prawns into the yoghurt spice mix and give everything a good stir making sure the fish is well coated.
- Cut the other lemon into quarters and begin assembling your skewers. Add the fish and then place your assembled skewers in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
- Heat a grill or BBQ, take the fish out of the fridge and drizzle with some oil before grilling for 2-3 minutes each side.
