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Fish Kebab Skewers
If you're looking for a simple way to make seafood a little more exciting, these fish kebab skewers are a great place to start.
Chunks of fresh fish are threaded onto skewers with colourful peppers and red onion, lightly seasoned and grilled until the fish is tender and the vegetables are lightly charred.
They're quick to prepare, full of fresh flavour and perfect for a relaxed weekend dinner, BBQ or easy midweek meal.
🐟 Ingredients
For the kebabs:
- 500g fresh fish pie mix
- 1 red pepper
- 1 yellow pepper
- 1 red onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ lemon
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh parsley, to serve
To serve:
- Warm flatbreads
- Greek yoghurt or tzatziki
- Fresh salad
- Lemon wedges
🍳 Method
1. Prepare the vegetables
Cut the peppers and red onion into roughly even-sized chunks.
You want the vegetables to be large enough to thread onto the skewers without falling apart during cooking.
2. Season the fish
Place the fish pie mix into a bowl and add the olive oil, chopped garlic, smoked paprika and oregano.
Season with a little salt and black pepper, then gently toss everything together so the fish is evenly coated.
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon.
3. Build the skewers
Thread the pieces of fish onto skewers, alternating them with the peppers and red onion.
Try not to pack everything too tightly together, as a little space helps the heat circulate and gives the vegetables a chance to char.
If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water beforehand to help prevent them from burning.
4. Grill the kebabs
Heat your grill or BBQ to a medium-high heat.
Place the skewers under the grill or onto the BBQ and cook for around 8–12 minutes, turning them regularly so they cook evenly.
The fish should be opaque and flake easily when cooked through, while the vegetables should be tender with lightly charred edges.
5. Serve
Transfer the kebabs to a serving plate and finish with fresh parsley and another squeeze of lemon.
Serve with warm flatbreads, tzatziki and a fresh salad for an easy Mediterranean-inspired meal.
🌶️ What to Serve with Fish Kebabs
These skewers are really versatile, so you can keep the sides as simple or as substantial as you like.
Try serving them with:
- Warm flatbreads
- Tzatziki
- Greek salad
- Couscous
- Herby rice
- Roasted potatoes
- Grilled vegetables
- Fresh lemon wedges
For a lighter option, serve the fish kebabs with a big salad and plenty of lemon and herbs.
🐟 What Fish Works Best for Kebabs?
Fish with a reasonably firm texture works particularly well on skewers, as it needs to hold together while being threaded and cooked.
A mixture of fish can also work brilliantly. Salmon, hake and haddock give you a good combination of rich and delicate flavours, while vegetables add colour, sweetness and a little char.
Our fresh fish pie mix is already cut into convenient pieces, making it an easy option for this recipe.
AO Fishmonger's Tip
“Don't turn the skewers too often. Give the fish and vegetables enough time to develop a little colour before gently turning them.”
Looking for Fish Pie Mix?
Our fresh fish pie mix combines Scottish salmon, hake and haddock, prepared by our fishmongers and cut into convenient pieces.
It's not just for fish pie — it's a handy option for dishes such as these fish kebab skewers, curries and other easy seafood recipes.