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Shrimp and Mahi Mahi Kabobs with Jalapeno Butter

June 2, 2012 By Lea Ann Brown 26 Comments

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Man there’s a lot going on in that photo. I may have used the wrong plate for this shot, ya think?

This is hands down my favorite recipe for grilling seafood. Shrimp and Mahi Mahi kabobs are marinated, skewered and grilled. In the center, you’ll find my Green Rice, which will be my next recipe post.

For now, let’s crop out some of that clutter and focus on these seafood skewers.  Shrimp and Mahi-Mahi marinated in lime juice, garlic and olive oil, and then grilled. The best part comes at the table.

This is simply softened unsalted butter with finely chopped jalapeno added. When the seafood skewers hit the plate, just dab them with some of this butter and the sweet and spicy goodness melts into the sweet seafood meat. Divine. And incredibly easy.

Looking for more Mahi Mahi ideas? Don’t miss my recipe for Mahi Mahi with Honey Mustard Tarragon Sauce. Easy and delish.

Let’s take a look:

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Shrimp and Mahi Mahi Kabobs with Jalapeno Butter
Easy and delicious.
Servings: 4
Author: Lea Ann, Highlands Ranch Foodie
Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp deveined, shells removed, tails intact
  • Juice of two limes
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 C softened butter
  • 1 jalapenos deveined, seeds removed, finely chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons cilantro leaves chopped, for garnish
Instructions
  1. Prepare the seafood. Peel and devein shrimp. Cut the Mahi-Mahi into cubes to somewhat match the size of the shrimp for even cooking.
  2. Make the marinade: put the squeezed juice of 2 limes with the olive oil and garlic in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly to blend and add some salt and pepper. Put the prepared seafood in the marinade and stir gently until it is completely coated. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
  3. Remove seafood from the marinade and thread alternately on skewers. Grill or broil , turning occasionally, until cooked and tender. Approximately 5 minutes. Baste with more marinade if the pieces appear to be drying out.
  4. In the meantime make the chile butter; blend the softened butter with the chopped chiles and thoroughly blend.
  5. Arrange the skewers on plates on a bed of rice. Pat chili butter over all. Scatter with ftorn cilantro leaves.
  6. Scallops, tuna, or any type of seafood can be used.

Shrimp and Mahi Mahi Kabobs …It’s What’s for Dinner.

Related posts:

Spicy Orange Garlic Shrimp
Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp
Mustard Tarragon Salmon for Salmon Saturday

Filed Under: Main Dishes, Seafood Tagged With: Dinner, Food, grill, mahi-mahi, Recipe, Scallops, seafood, shrimp, skewers, southwester

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  1. Larry says

    June 2, 2012 at 12:43 pm

    It looks delicious LA – I think. Seriously, the like the marinade but I love the chile butter idea. I read it to Bev and she grinned and said “I believe that recipe is right up my alley, right up my alley.”

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 4, 2012 at 3:07 pm

      Let me know how you like it.

      Reply
  2. Stephanie@PlainChicken.com says

    June 2, 2012 at 3:46 pm

    Looks incredible!

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 4, 2012 at 3:07 pm

      Thanks Stephanie!

      Reply
  3. Sam @ My Carolina Kitchen says

    June 3, 2012 at 6:01 am

    I’m always in the mood for seafood. Love the jalapeno butter. Great idea Lea Ann. Butter kicked up a notch! Looks like from Larry’s comment you’ve got three jalapeno butter lovers already.
    Sam

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 4, 2012 at 3:07 pm

      Sam, and such simple flavors. I’m always tempted to throw in some chipotle, or Tabasco or something, but always keep it simple.

      Reply
  4. Joanne says

    June 3, 2012 at 7:38 am

    My family makes a lot of grilled skewers but none with seafood! Need to change that.

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 4, 2012 at 3:06 pm

      Actually, this is the only seafood skewer recipe in my database. Can’t believe I’ve not blogged about it before.

      Reply
  5. Heather @girlichef says

    June 3, 2012 at 11:08 am

    Oh, this is fantastic. Summer on a plate, for sure! I like that plate, actually…it’s a big, festive, jumble of beauty and deliciousness ;P

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 4, 2012 at 3:06 pm

      I agree Heather, Summer on a plate. I make this a lot over the hot months.

      Reply
  6. Karen says

    June 3, 2012 at 2:03 pm

    Oh, I want to try this with some tuna I have in the freezer… sounds delicious and we’d love the jalapeno butter!

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 4, 2012 at 3:05 pm

      Any kind of fish would work Karen. Let me know how you like it.

      Reply
  7. Susan says

    June 3, 2012 at 4:03 pm

    I’ve seen some similar recipe online but I love the Mahi-Mahi in your skewers! This sounds like the perfect summer dish and a must try.

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 4, 2012 at 3:05 pm

      I’ve had this recipe for 20 or so years, can’t remember where it came from. Maybe I copied it from a restaurant, which is what I used to do a lot. It’s one of my favorites.

      Reply
  8. dan says

    June 4, 2012 at 7:51 am

    Wow! you’re killing me. Jalapeno butter? Right up my alley.
    Good photos, I almost got in my car and came for leftovers.

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 4, 2012 at 3:03 pm

      You’re always welcome for leftovers Dan.

      Reply
  9. Vickie says

    June 4, 2012 at 8:59 am

    You had me jalapeno butter. I cannot WAIT to try this. And I love that photo. The red, yellow and green are my colors, and those plates are so festive. Ole’, Girlfriend!

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 4, 2012 at 3:03 pm

      Bob liked that photo also. I just thought there was no place for your eyes to go…but everywhere. 🙂 I have no idea why I’ve not blogged about this recipe before. So easy, and so good, and healthy. And I’ve used it for years and years. Let me know how you like it.

      Reply
  10. Karen (Back Road Journal) says

    June 5, 2012 at 4:00 am

    Simple recipes seem to be the favorite…they let the main ingredient shine.

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 7, 2012 at 5:31 pm

      Thanks Karen.

      Reply
  11. Jenn's Food Journey says

    June 5, 2012 at 6:36 am

    A summer dish at it’s best! Looks amazing! And I’m loving the jalapeno butter!! It would go with just about anything!

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 7, 2012 at 5:31 pm

      I agree Jenn. Funny I’ve never used it with anything but this recipe. I’ll have to expand my horizons. 🙂

      Reply
  12. Barbara says

    June 6, 2012 at 4:49 am

    Busy plate or not, this looks great! Love seafood on the grill and your jalapeno butter is a smashing idea.

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 7, 2012 at 5:32 pm

      Thank you Barbara.

      Reply
  13. Chris says

    June 14, 2012 at 4:39 pm

    Laughing with you, yeah, I’ve done that and then didn’t notice until looking at the pics on the PC. Ooops….wrong plate!

    I’m loving a chipotle/cilantro butter lately too.

    Reply
    • Lea Ann says

      June 14, 2012 at 8:29 pm

      And I’m loving that chipotle/cilantro butter. Thanks for the idea. 🙂

      Reply

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