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Madras Curry Lamb Kebabs
A simple marinade flavored with Madras curry powder pairs perfectly with lamb. Serve with naan or pita, yogurt sauce, and chopped cilantro. Recipe:Madras Curry Lamb Kebabs
2 of23 Thomas J. Story
Mediterranean Lamb Kebabs
Lamb and Mediterranean flavors has been a classic combo. AnEastern Mediterranean spice blend gives the marinade a bit of a twist. Serve with lavash or pita, tahini, and sliced tomato and onion. Recipe:Mediterranean Lamb Kebabs
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3 of23 Thomas J. Story
Japanese Spice Lamb Kebabs
Japanese seasoning blendshichimi togarashiis the surprise ingredient that makes these kebabs a winner for lovers of spicy food. Recipe:Japanese Spice Lamb Kebabs
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Grilled Lamb and Halloumi Kebabs
Alternating lamb pieces with salty halloumi cheese on skewers is a good way to balance the flavors of both in one easy step.
Recipe:Grilled Lamb and Halloumi Kebabs
5 of23 Annabelle Breakey
Grilled Lamb Kebabs with Pistachio-Mint Salsa
An aromatic, unusual salsa makes these kebabs—and their accompanying white-bean salad—extraordinary.
Recipe: Grilled Lamb Kebabs with Pistachio-Mint Salsa
6 of23 Eva Kolenko
Lemongrass Beef Skewers
Cambodian-spiced beef on the grill is heavenly when paired with a crisp, full-bodied beer. Recipe:Lemongrass Beef Skewers
7 of23 Annabelle Breakey
Indian-Spiced Lamb Kebabs
The smells coming off the grill are heavenly when you cook these delectable meat-and-vegetable skewers. If you’re not a lamb fan, use beef instead.
Recipe: Indian-Spiced Lamb Kebabs
8 of23 Photo by Annabelle Breakey; edited by Amy Machnak
So Amazing Armenian Lula Kebabs
Spiced ground lamb formed into skewers is a good alternative to expensive lamb chops. Serve with a Greek salad and a glass of wine for a complete and satisfying meal.
Recipe: So Amazing Armenian Lula Kebabs
9 of23 Leo Gong
Grilled Chicken Kebabs with Romesco Sauce
This is a chicken kebab dish that will please anyone with a refined palate. Use the leftover romesco sauce for eggs or roasted artichokes.
Recipe:Grilled Chicken Kebabs with Romesco Sauce
10 of23 Iain Bagwell
Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Kebabs with Israeli Couscous
This simple and tasty recipe yields a generous amount of food, so make sure you have some hungry guests!
Recipe: Yogurt-Marinated Chicken Kebabs with Israeli Couscous
11 of23 Photo by Leigh Beisch; edited by Amy Machnak
Grilled Chicken and Peach Kebab Salad
We love chicken and fresh summer peaches, so why not cook and serve them together on a kebab? We use the low-cal yogurt dressing as both a chicken marinade and salad dressing, making this an easy recipe for busy schedules.
Recipe: Grilled Chicken and Peach Kebab Salad
12 of23 Thayer Allyson Gowdy
Coconut Lime Shrimp Skewers
The coconut and lime marinade imparts a lot of flavor to the shrimp. This can be done ahead of time and then put onto skewers when you’re ready to grill them, making it a good choice for entertaining.
Recipe:Coconut Lime Shrimp Skewers
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Grilled Cilantro and Pistachio Pesto Shrimp Skewers
While we love traditional basil pesto, this inventive take on the summery sauce is a super-tasty marinade for grilled shrimp. Parlay kebabs into tacos by serving with warm tortillas and slaw.
Recipe:Grilled Cilantro and Pistachio Pesto Shrimp Skewers
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Grilled Watermelon and Shrimp Skewers
Watermelon takes on a smoky flavor and meaty texture when it's grilled, complementing the sweet flavor of jumbo shrimp.
Recipe: Grilled Watermelon and Shrimp Skewers
15 of23 Photo by Iain Bagwell; styling by Randy Mon
Shrimp Skewers with Coconut and Lemongrass Marinade
Bold and rich, like a Malaysian coconut-milk stew, this marinade gives shrimp fast flavor.
Recipe: Shrimp Skewers with Coconut and Lemongrass Marinade
16 of23 Photo by Annabelle Breakey; edited by Amy Machnak
Apricot Shrimp Skewers
We suggest you use slightly under-ripe apricots for these kebabs so the fruit doesn’t slide off the skewer before the shrimp is done cooking.
Recipe: Apricot Shrimp Skewers
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Rhubarb-Glazed Shrimp
Don’t stop with grilled shrimp: This sweet and sour barbecue sauce promises to be a summer staple, since it’s great on grilled pork chops and chicken too.
Recipe:Rhubarb-Glazed Shrimp
18 of23 Annabelle Breakey
Halibut Kebabs with Grilled Bread and Pancetta
This kebab recipe goes down in history as a Sunset favorite. Threading the pancetta through the cubes of fish and bread creates flavorful bites as you work your way down the skewer.
Recipe:Halibut Kebabs with Grilled Bread and Pancetta
19 of23 Leo Gong
Caramelized Pork Kebabs with Eggplant
The pork and eggplant on these kebabs get a sticky, glazed coating when grilled, which gives the dish a delicious salty-caramelized flavor.
Recipe:Caramelized Pork Kebabs with Chinese Eggplant
20 of23 Annabelle Breakey
Japanese Tofu Skewers on Soba
The smoky flavor of the grill adds a bit of umami to this vegetarian kebab and noodle dinner.
Recipe:Japanese Tofu Skewers on Soba
21 of23 Iain Bagwell
Grilled Strawberry Shortcake Kebabs
Meat isn't the only thing that belongs on a stick at a summer BBQ. Enjoy a new spin on strawberry shortcake with these easy dessert kebabs.
Recipe:Grilled Strawberry Shortcake Kebabs
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Pineapple Satay with Coconut Caramel
Who says skewers have to be savory? These fruit wedges, grilled till smoky, are eaten with a thick, rich sauce of toasted sugar and coconut milk.
Recipe: Pineapple Satay with Coconut Caramel
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Grilled French Toast Kebabs
French toast on a stick? You bet. This is a fun twist on a favorite breakfast food and works great for camping or backyard slumber parties.
Recipe:Grilled French Toast Kebabs