Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1/2 pound fuet sausage, sliced
- 1/2 cup pitted green olives
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Special equipment needed:
- Skewers or toothpicks
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, sherry vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
2. Add the sliced fuet sausage and green olives to the bowl and toss to coat.
3. Thread the sausage and olives onto skewers or toothpicks.
4. Heat a grill pan or grill over medium-high heat.
5. Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, until the sausage is slightly charred and the olives are heated through.
6. Serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 6 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill pan or grill over medium-high heat
Serving size:
- Makes 12 skewers
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 104
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Fuet sausage can be substituted with chorizo or salami.
- Green olives can be substituted with black olives or Kalamata olives.
- Sherry vinegar can be substituted with red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar.
Variations:
- Add cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers to the skewers.
- Serve the skewers with a side of crusty bread.
Tips and tricks:
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Make sure the grill or grill pan is hot before adding the skewers to ensure a nice char on the sausage.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover skewers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the skewers in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the skewers on a platter with a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley.
Garnishes:
- Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of red wine or a cold beer.
Suggested side dishes:
- Crusty bread
- Grilled vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sausage is sticking to the grill or grill pan, brush it with a little bit of oil before grilling.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the sausage is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
- Fuet sausage is a traditional Catalan sausage made from pork and flavored with garlic and black pepper.
Flavor profiles:
- The fuet sausage is slightly spicy and smoky, while the green olives add a briny, salty flavor.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or as part of a tapas spread.
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Region: Spanish