BBQ Seafood Skewers with Romesco Sauce

These BBQ seafood skewers with romesco sauce are fresh, smoky, and packed with flavour. Featuring juicy prawns, tender squid, and firm white fish lightly charred on the grill, this recipe is perfect for summer entertaining or relaxed outdoor dining.

Served with rich romesco sauce, crisp salad leaves, lemon wedges, and crusty bread, this dish delivers a balanced and vibrant seafood feast.

What Makes These Seafood Skewers Special?

The variety of seafood creates a mix of textures and flavours, while the smoky romesco sauce adds richness and depth. Light grilling keeps the seafood tender and juicy while enhancing its natural sweetness.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy BBQ recipe
• Fresh and healthy seafood meal
• Perfect for entertaining
• Lightly charred smoky flavour
• Pairs perfectly with romesco sauce

Ingredients (Serves 4)

Seafood Skewers

• 12 medium green prawns
• 8 small squid hoods
• 450g firm white fish fillets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper

To Serve

• 1 1/2 cups romesco sauce
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• Mixed salad leaves
• Crusty bread
• Fresh parsley

How to Make BBQ Seafood Skewers

Step 1: Prepare the Skewers

Thread prawns onto skewers.

Thread squid onto separate skewers and fish onto additional skewers.

Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Grill the Seafood

Preheat barbecue grill or chargrill pan over medium-high heat.

Cook skewers, turning occasionally, for about 3 minutes or until lightly charred and just cooked through.

Step 3: Finish & Serve

Sprinkle seafood skewers with fresh parsley.

Serve with romesco sauce, lemon wedges, mixed salad leaves, and crusty bread.

Tips for Best Results

• Don’t overcook the seafood
• Use firm fish that holds its shape well
• Soak bamboo skewers before grilling
• Cook seafood over medium-high heat for light char
• Serve immediately while hot and fresh

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with grilled vegetables
• Serve with rice or couscous
• Add extra lemon for freshness

Final Thoughts

BBQ seafood skewers with romesco sauce are the perfect combination of fresh seafood and smoky Mediterranean-inspired flavours. Easy to prepare and visually impressive, they’re ideal for BBQ gatherings, summer lunches, or relaxed dinners.

Light, flavourful, and satisfying, this recipe brings restaurant-style seafood grilling straight to your home.