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Whether you will be out on the deck or up at the cabin, it’s easy to celebrate World Kebab Day July 12 with this roundup of recipes I have highlighted at your fingertips. You can even prep ahead and have them marinating and ready to go when you’re ready to grill, or in the cooler on your way out of town to dine in style even if the fish aren’t biting. Plus, you’ll have plenty of variations handy to try throughout grilling season once this “holiday” has passed.
Rum and Molasses Marinated Beef Kebabs with Grilled Cantaloupe Recipe
Get fired up for a taste of the tropics in these sizzling grilled kebabs by cookbook author and meat expert Bruce Aidells.
Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp with Maple and Mustard Glaze, Butternut Squash and Red Onion Kebab Recipe
This sweet and savory recipe is sure to be a hit.
PHOTO TERRY BRENNAN, FOOD STYLING LARA MIKLASEVICS
Mediterranean Herb Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Kebabs Recipe
Get a taste of sunshine with kebabs covered by a blend of herbs, plus more ideas to use your fresh rosemary.
Spicy Pork Pinchos Morunos Skewers Recipe
Easily give your grilling a touch of the exotic with North African-spiced skewers—plus couscous salad.
Spicy Korean-Style Pork Kebabs Recipe
Celebrate summer with flavorful make-ahead kebabs.
Tequila and Lime Marinated Pork Kebabs
Bring on your neighbor’s entrée envy with flavorful grilled pork kebabs.
Grilled Steak, Bell Pepper, and Onion Skewers with Avocado Crema Recipe
These colorful steak skewers bring big flavor to the table.
Orange-Glazed Shrimp Skewers With Chipotle Vegetable Medley Recipe
These zesty shrimp and smoky veggies are infused with the flavors of Mexico—an easy option for weeknights or anytime.
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Sirloin Steak Kebabs with Garlic Rosemary Butter Recipe
Take grilled steak kebabs to new heights with a garlic rosemary butter sauce—plus marinade and grilling tips for other cuts.
Greek Yogurt Marinated Chicken Kebabs Recipe
Get fired up for grilling with tender, flavorful chicken kebabs by meat guru Bruce Aidells and a marinade that also works well with other proteins.
PHOTO TERRY BRENNAN, FOOD STYLING LARA MIKLASEVICS
Mojo Marinated Pork and Pineapple Kebabs
Get your mojo: Pork and pineapple are the perfect partners for the zesty orange and lime-based mojo marinade in these easy kebabs.
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And here is a quick-and-easy kebab recipe for a different take on the caprese salad using cantaloupe.
Cantaloupe Caprese on a Stick
Makes 12 Skewers | Recipe by Robin Asbell for Real Food
The classic flavors of a Caprese salad are just as delectable with juicy cantaloupe in place of tomatoes. Shaking it up a little with the fruity melon balls, skewered on sticks, will make sure everyone wants one—or two. Boiling balsamic vinegar for about 10 minutes allows you to create a simple, syrupy glaze to drizzle over the skewers for a tangy-sweet finish. –R.A.
1 cup balsamic vinegar
12 (6-inch) wooden skewers
3 pounds cantaloupe
1 pound fresh mozzarella balls (1-inch wide “cherry size”)
48 fresh basil leaves
- Place the balsamic vinegar in a small pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Once it comes to a boil, reduce to a vigorous simmer and cook until reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Make 36 melon balls. On each skewer, thread 1 cantaloupe ball, 1 basil leaf and 1 ball of mozzarella, and repeat until each skewer has 3 melon balls and 2 mozzarella balls, with a total of 4 basil leaves between them. Place on a platter or in a storage tub. Can be tightly covered and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- Just before serving, drizzle the skewers with the balsamic reduction and serve immediately.
Nutrition info Cantaloupe Caprese On a Stick (Per Serving): Calories 110; Fat 5g (Sat. 3g); Chol 19mg; Sodium 149mg; Carb 11g; Fiber 1g; Added Sugars 0g; Protein 6g
