Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary Caribbean culinary adventure! These mouthwatering Salmon Kabobs are not just a meal, but a vibrant journey through tropical flavors that will make your taste buds dance with excitement. Imagine succulent salmon cubes perfectly charred and infused with bold jerk seasoning, nestled alongside colorful bell peppers and onions – this recipe is your passport to a Caribbean-style feast that's both healthy and incredibly delicious.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Caribbean
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon, cut into cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into squares
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into squares
- 1 onion, cut into squares
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon jerk seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon by cutting it into 1-inch uniform cubes, ensuring they are similar in size for even cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil and jerk seasoning, whisking together to create a marinade.
- Add salmon cubes to the marinade, gently tossing to coat each piece evenly. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
- Cut red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and onion into roughly 1-inch square pieces, ensuring they are similar in size to salmon cubes.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400-450°F.
- Thread marinated salmon cubes and vegetable pieces alternately onto skewers, leaving a small space between each ingredient for even cooking.
- Lightly season kabobs with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Grill kabobs for 3-4 minutes per side, rotating to ensure even charring and cooking until salmon is opaque and reaches 145°F internal temperature.
- Remove kabobs from grill and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot with fresh lime wedges on the side for squeezing over kabobs just before eating.
Tips
- Choose Fresh Salmon: Select high-quality, fresh salmon with firm flesh for the best texture and flavor.
- Marinating Magic: Don't rush the marinating process. The 10-15 minutes allows the jerk seasoning to penetrate the salmon, creating deeper flavor profiles.
- Skewering Secrets: Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before use to prevent burning on the grill.
- Temperature Control: Maintain medium-high heat (400-450°F) for perfect caramelization without overcooking the salmon.
- Even Cooking: Cut ingredients into uniform sizes to ensure consistent cooking and attractive presentation.
- Doneness Check: Salmon is perfectly cooked when it turns opaque and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Lime Finale: The fresh lime squeeze just before serving adds a bright, zesty finish that elevates the entire dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 32g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 85mg
