Prawn and Chicken Skewers

Since fun play has been the topic of the week, I have chosen to share a recipe that is suitable for a party or get together.

Skewers are also at the top of my list when it comes to party food. It looks attractive and it's easy to handle (you can eat it without the need to use a plate).

OK. Lets get cooking!

THIS WEEK's SPECIAL:

Prawn and chicken skewers

Ingredients: Shelled and deveined large prawns, chicken meat cut in cubes (you can use either thigh or breasts), soy sauce, dark soy sauce, grated shallots or onions, white pepper powder, the white part of spring onion, onions, cooking oil and of course, the skewers.

1. Cut the large prawns into two to three portions.

2. Put the prawns and chicken cubes in a bowl and add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, grated shallots or onions and white pepper powder. Mix well and marinate for two hours.

3. Cut the white parts of the spring onion to 1.5 inch.

4. Cut the onions into wedges.

5. Now, lets thread them on the sticks! Starting with chicken, onion, prawn, spring onion and lastly, another piece of chicken. Of course you can do it anyway you like it.

6. You can barbecue, grill in the oven or even just pan fry them if you do not have a grill or an oven. Just brush some cooking oil on the skewers and you can cook them in any method of your choice.

NOTE: Soak the skewers for about 2 hours before using them.

Even if you do not have a party coming up soon, you can still enjoy this delicious treat for dinner or make some for your children to bring to school for break time or lunch! I am sure they'll finish them in no time.

Happy cooking! 😊

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