Baby Shower Recipes - Tequila Lime Seafood Kebabs

Here is a fun summer recipe that will have your guests asking for the recipe and more!  Kebabs are easy finger foods that make parties practical and delicious.

First . . . be sure to pre-soak your skewers in water for 30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent them from burning!

Serves: 9

Here are the yummy ingredients you need:

•  8 ounces of unpeeled large fresh shrimp
• 8 ounces of grouper fillets, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 8 ounces of salmon fillets, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 4 ounces of fresh snow peas
• 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1/2 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1 inch pieces (look for this in the produce . . . you can purchase it done for you)
• 1 tablespoon of grated lime
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 3 tablespoons orange juice
• 2 tablespoons minced green onions
• 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped cilantro
• pinch of salt
• pinch of ground black pepper
• lime wedges (optional: as garnish)

1. Peel shrimp and devein, leaving tails on.
2. Combine grated lime, lime juice, orange juice, minced green onions, chopped cilantro, salt and pepper in bowl and mix well.  Set aside.
3. Alternately thread shrimp, grouper, salmon, bell peppers, snow peas, and pineapple on pre-soaked skewers.
4. Place kebabs in a shallow dish and pour mixture over top.  Refrigerate for 1 hour, turning occasionally.
5. Remove kebabs from marinade.  Grill with the lid closed over medium-high heat (350-400 degrees) 6 to 7 minutes each side or until fish flakes with a fork.

Tips: Baste occasionally with marinade while grilling.

Garnish: With lime if desired.

Enjoy this delicious summer treat!