When it comes to home grilling there are a few things you can use, but the best choice by far is bamboo skewers. These thin easy to use skewers are crafted using bamboo which can easily resist flames, and offer you a tasty meal each time. What makes them fun to use is their versatile use, as bamboo skewers can be used to grill anything from kabobs, vegetable sticks, meat sticks, shrimps, and so on!
An inexpensive choice that is readily available, eco-friendly, and disposable. Making sure you do not have to scrape down every last skewer used. You can easily throw them away and move on with your day.
However, the only thing you need to know about bamboo skewers is that they need to be prepared before they can be used. If you stick them on the grill as they are, chances are you will end up with burnt bits that kill the taste of food. To ensure they work beautifully you must start by soaking them.
Should You Soak Bamboo Skewers?
Think about it logically, even though bamboo comes from the grass family it is a type of wood. Meaning if you place wood on the grill, you will end up with ashes. However, wet wood takes a great deal longer to burn making it the ideal choice. That being said, you cannot soak bamboo skewers in any water.
You must take a large pan that covers their length and fill it with warm water. Let the bamboo skewers soak for about 20 minutes, or even for 2 to 3 hours when you have the time. It’s best to soak them in before you start prepping your meal, allowing them enough time to soak in as much water as possible. Moreover, When looking to pack flavor in every aspect of your dish you can soak the bamboo skewers in juice or vine that compliments the taste of your food.
Preparation of Skewers
Dry your wooden skewers by placing them on a paper towel, and spray them using non-stick cooking spray before you start preparing your skewers. Using the sharp end you can push back any meat or vegetable of your choice. As long as the food will hold on the skewer it can be easily grilled. Based on your meal you can make a mixed batch, or even prepare a specific kind of food.
Keep in mind to place things that use about the same time to cook. This will help ensure that nothing you serve is over or undercooked. To help you get an idea we have offered small batches you can place on the same skewer.
- Onion, pineapple, and chicken.
- Cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, onions, and swordfish.
- Onion, mushrooms, bell peppers, and beef.
- Peach, mango, onion, and pork.
- Pineapple, onion, red bell pepper, and shrimp.
- Red onions, apples, and bacon-wrapped pork.
- Yellow squash, zucchini, and chicken.
- Boiled potatoes, boiled corn, sausages, and shrimp.
Keep in mind that each item should be cut in the same portion size. Allowing them all to cook at the same time. The bigger the piece the longer it takes to cook. Similarly, the smaller the piece the quicker it cooks.
