Indian Style Shrimp and Scallop Skewers

Another tast BBQ recipe from Womans Day. This is so refreshing and tasty. I love it served with pilaf and grilled pitas. Prep time includes marinade time.

• Ready In: 3 hrs 6 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1⁄3 cup olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped cilantro
• 1  tablespoon  minced garlic
• 2 1⁄2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1⁄4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne
• 1  lb medium shrimp, peeled,deveined,tails left on
• 1  lb  large scallop, rinsed,tough muscle at sides removed
• 6  skewers, 10 to 12 inch (if bamboo soak in water minimum 1 hour)

Directions

1. Whisk oil and spices in a large bowl until blended.
2. Add shrimp and scallops and toss gently to coat.
3. Cover and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours to let seafood absorb marinade flavors.
4. Thread shrimp and scallops on seperate skewers.
5. Oil grill rack and place it 4 to 6 inches above hot coals.
6. Grill skewers 2 to 3 minutes per side until seafood is lightly browned and just barely opaque in the center.