Fish Skewers (Spiedini di Pesce)
Category: Main Course
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Swordfish | 3 pieces |
| Salmon | 300g |
| Small Squid (Seppioline) | 200g |
| Shrimp (large) | 8 pieces |
| Bell Peppers (red and yellow) | 1 of each |
| Zucchini | 2 medium |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 3 tbsp |
| White Wine | ½ cup |
| Salt | to taste |
| Black Pepper | to taste |
| Bay Leaf | 1 leaf |
| Thyme | 5 sprigs |
| Dill | 1 sprig |
| Rosemary | 1 sprig |
| Sage | A few leaves |
Instructions
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Prepare the Fish and Vegetables
Start by preparing the swordfish: cut it into 3 cm cubes (if the swordfish is not thick enough, cut it along the width and fold it in half). Do the same with the salmon. Wash and cut the bell peppers into 3 cm squares. For the zucchini, wash, trim the ends, and slice them into rounds about ½ cm thick. -
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Assemble the Skewers
Take wooden skewers and begin threading the ingredients in the following order: a slice of zucchini, a piece of swordfish, a square of red bell pepper, a piece of salmon, another slice of zucchini, a shrimp, a square of yellow bell pepper, a squid, another square of red bell pepper, a piece of swordfish, and a final slice of zucchini. Continue this process until you have assembled 8 skewers with the available ingredients. -
Cook the Skewers
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the finely chopped herbs (bay leaf, thyme, dill, rosemary, and sage) and let them infuse the oil for about a minute. Carefully place the prepared skewers in the skillet and cook them for 5 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. -
Add White Wine and Seasoning
Once the skewers are well-seared, deglaze the pan with the white wine, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the skewers simmer over low heat for 10-15 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and ensure the fish remains tender. Avoid cooking the skewers for more than 20 minutes, as they will become dry and tough. -
Serve
Serve the fish skewers immediately, perhaps alongside a fresh mixed salad, julienned carrots, roasted potatoes, or any side dish of your choice.
Enjoy these flavorful and healthy fish skewers as a light and satisfying meal. The combination of fish, shrimp, squid, and vibrant vegetables makes each bite a delicious explosion of flavors. The herbs and white wine create a savory, aromatic finish that is sure to please your palate!
