Sticky Chorizo Mini Skewers with Yogurt Dip

Cook: 15 min8 servingsmediumSpanish
Sticky Chorizo Mini Skewers with Yogurt Dip

Charred chorizo and pepper skewers glazed with honey mustard marinade. Quick-cooking appetizer finished with a cooling Greek yogurt dipping sauce spiked with remaining glaze. Ready in under 15 minutes with griddle or barbecue.

Ingredients

8 servings
  • 8 oz chorizo ring, sliced diagonally into ¾" pieces
    halloumi1:1protein

    removes pork removes:pork

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  • 1 red pepper, cut into bite-size chunks
    yellow or orange pepper1:1mild

    similar texture and sweetness

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  • 1 tbsp clear honey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
    Dijon mustard1:1condiment

    sharper flavor, less texture

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  • 3 tbsp Greek style natural yogurt 0% fat

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using them

  2. 2

    Thread chorizo and pepper pieces alternately onto 8 mini skewers

  3. 3

    Heat a griddle pan over high heat or prepare the barbecue

  4. 4

    Whisk together honey, oil, vinegar and mustard, season, and brush generously over the skewers

  5. 5

    Cook on the griddle or barbecue for 5-6 minutes, turning frequently, until chorizo is crispy and peppers are charred

  6. 6

    Mix remaining marinade with Greek yogurt to make dipping sauce

  7. 7

    Serve skewers with yogurt sauce on the side

Tips

Tip 1

Soak wooden skewers at least 30 minutes to prevent burning

Tip 2

Turn skewers frequently for even cooking and charring

Tip 3

Don't skip the dipping sauce; the yogurt balances the richness of the chorizo

Good to Know

Storage

Cooked skewers keep refrigerated 2 days; reheat gently. Yogurt sauce best used fresh.

Make Ahead

Prepare marinade and assemble skewers up to 4 hours ahead, cover, refrigerate. Cook just before serving.

Serve With

Serve warm with chilled yogurt dipping sauce alongside.

Common Mistakes

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Don't skip soaking wooden skewers to prevent charring

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Don't cook without turning to avoid uneven cooking and burnt edges

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Don't add yogurt to marinade before cooking or it will curdle

Substitutions

Dairy-Free Swaps

Greek yogurt
sour cream1:1dairy

tangier, thinner consistency

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General Alternatives

red pepper
yellow or orange pepper1:1mild

similar texture and sweetness

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wholegrain mustard
Dijon mustard1:1condiment

sharper flavor, less texture

Full guide →
chorizo
halloumi1:1protein

removes pork removes:pork

Full guide →
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