Vegetable Kebabs with Saffron Butter Recipe

Vegetable Kebabs with Saffron Butter Recipe

  • 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
  • 3 medium zucchini, each cut crosswise into 6 rounds
  • 2 large red bell peppers, stemmed, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch squares
  • 1/2 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 ears fresh corn, each cut into 6 rounds
  • 6 10-inch bamboo skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes, drained
  1. Melt butter in heavy small skillet over medium heat. Stir in saffron. Cool 1 hour.
  2. Alternate 3 zucchini rounds, 3 red bell pepper squares, 3 red onion pieces, and 2 corn rounds on each skewer.
  3. Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Brush kebabs with all but 2 tablespoons saffron butter. Season with salt and pepper; grill until vegetables are tender and brown, turning frequently, about 20 minutes. Brush with remaining butter.
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