Skewer recipes

From barbecues to campfires – here is our round up of delicious things you can thread on a skewer and cook over coals or flames (and if it’s raining you can always cook them under a grill).

For more star skewers, check out our kebab recipes.

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Aubergine and courgette shawarma skewers

Aubergine

Aubergine and courgette shawarma skewers

Ribbons of aubergine and courgette are marinated in fragrant spices, then slowly caramelised on the barbecue for naturally vegan skewers.

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Reuben steak skewers with sauerkraut

Steak

Reuben steak skewers with sauerkraut

Inspired by the epic reuben sandwich, these spiced beef skewers are served on sauerkraut with pickles, russian dressing and bagel seasoning.

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Halloumi, apricot and pistachio skewers

Skewers

Halloumi, apricot and pistachio skewers

Halloumi is always a crowdpleaser at barbecues. Here, the cheese is threaded onto skewers with lightly charred onion and apricot halves.

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Chipotle pork and pineapple skewers

Pork recipes from around the world

Chipotle pork and pineapple skewers

These Mexican pork skewers with smoky chipotle and juicy pineapple will be a huge hit at your next summer barbecue.

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Tamarind chicken skewers with coriander chutney

Skewers

Tamarind chicken skewers with coriander chutney

A sticky, tangy and tart tamarind coating helps to keep these chicken skewers super juicy, with a fresh chutney for drizzling and dipping.

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Canarian salted potato and prawn skewers with mojo rojo

Prawns

Canarian salted potato and prawn skewers with mojo rojo

These barbecue prawn skewers are inspired by Canarian papas arrugadas (salt-crusted potatoes served with mojo rojo, a fiery pepper dip).

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Sticky jerk lamb skewers with garlic sauce

Favourite lamb

Sticky jerk lamb skewers with garlic sauce

These sticky jerk lamb skewers make a delicious barbecue dish when you're bored of burgers. Serve with generous helpings of the garlic sauce.

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Murgh malai tikka

Skewers

Murgh malai tikka

These creamy chicken skewers are marinated in yogurt and cream with garlic, ginger, green chillies and coriander. The perfect recipe for summer meals!

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Pepper and paneer skewers with gooseberry raita

Quick midweek meals

Pepper and paneer skewers with gooseberry raita

Pair pepper and paneer skewers with a gooseberry raita for a bit of a revelation. The raita is still fresh thanks to the mint and cucumber, but benefits from the added piquant zing of gooseberries.

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Dak kkochi (Korean chicken skewers)

Favourite chicken

Dak kkochi (Korean chicken skewers)

Learn how to make authentic Korean chicken skewers. Juicy chicken, a sticky sweet-savoury glaze and moreish salty chicken crumbs. Delicious!

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Chicken and prawn kofta

Healthy chicken

Chicken and prawn kofta

These juicy prawn and chicken kofta are easy to make, shape and grill. Delicious served in pitta or flatbreads with a spicy mango salad.

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Tandoori venison kebabs

Alternative barbecue

Tandoori venison kebabs

Impress at your next BBQ with these delicious venison kebabs. Tender venison, peppers and onion are coated with a smoky Tandoori marinade.

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Lamb and peach skewers with za’atar flatbreads and herby sauce

Alternative barbecue

Lamb and peach skewers with za’atar flatbreads and herby sauce

Barbecue skewers of juicy lamb and sweet peaches and serve with homemade za'atar flatbreads and a punchy green herby sauce. Delicious.

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Scandi-style salmon skewers

Dinner ideas for two

Scandi-style salmon skewers

Sharp, clean flavours of apple, cucumber, crème fraîche and mustard are used in this Scandi-style dish of salmon skewers with a crisp green salad. 

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Purple sprouting broccoli and halloumi skewers

Skewers

Purple sprouting broccoli and halloumi skewers

We've served these purple sprouting broccoli and halloumi skewers on a bed of herby couscous before drizzling in a sweet and creamy tahini dressing. 

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Vegan Turkish kebabs with chilli sweet potato mash and roasted veg

Vegan dinners

Vegan Turkish kebabs with chilli sweet potato mash and roasted veg

Kebabs have been given a vegan makeover with the use of vegan mince and cannellini beans. It makes a filling midweek meal served with the mash and veg.

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