Grilled shrimp and scallop kabobs

10 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
30eachesUnpeeled, jumbo fresh shrimp
30eachesSea scallops
1cupOlive oil
½cupFresh lime juice
2clovesGarlic
½teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonFreshly ground pepper

Directions

Peel shrimp, leaving tails intact, and devein. Combine olive oil and remaining ingredients; pour over shrimp and scallops. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Remove shrimp and scallops from marinade, discarding marinade.

Alternatre shrimp and scallops on 10 (14-inch) skewers; grill, uncovered, over medium coals (300 to 350 degrees F) 8 to 10 minutes on each side.

Note: Cooking times may vary according to size of shrimp and scallops. They may be cooked on separate skewers to control the degree of doneness, if desired. Sea scallops are large (about 2 inches in diameter); bay scallops are about the size of a nickle.

From Jade and Charlie McCulloch of Texas in September, 1992"Southern Living" Typos by Jeff Pruett

Submitted By JEFF PRUETT On 08-19-95