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Published 28/04/2026
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Makes 8
Easy

Aubergine and courgette shawarma skewers

Ribbons of aubergine and courgette are marinated in fragrant spices, then slowly caramelised on the barbecue for naturally vegan skewers with a deep, savoury and satisfying flavour.

We love making these for a BBQ, but can also be quickly whipped up for a light lunch or easy dinner. Serve with an abundance of other BBQ dishes like potato salad, sharing breads, burgers, dips and more.

What you'll need...

  • 2 aubergines
  • 2 large courgettes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 shallot
  • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses, plus extra to drizzle
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • ½ tsp chilli flakes
  • Pomegranate seeds to sprinkle

Method

  1. Use a mandoline or veg peeler to finely slice the aubergines and courgettes lengthways into long ribbons. Put them in a large bowl, toss with the salt and set aside for 10 minutes.

  2. Finely slice the shallot into rings and quick-pickle in a small bowl with a pinch of salt, the vinegar and 1 tbsp water. Set aside, stirring occasionally.

  3. In another small bowl, combine the oil, pomegranate molasses and spices. Give the salted vegetable ribbons a squeeze to remove excess liquid, then toss them with the spiced marinade.

  1. Thread the veg onto skewers, alternating between aubergine and courgette and creating a ribbon effect by folding the veg over and over on itself – in a zig-zag pattern. Press the ribbons down so they’re fairly compact. Keep the leftover marinade for later.

  2. Put the skewers on a hot barbecue, away from direct heat, and cook for 35-40 minutes, turning every 4 minutes and brushing with more marinade as needed. Once the veg is tender, move it to direct heat for a minute or two for some extra char. You want them tender all the way through and a little gnarly on the outside. Drizzle with pomegranate molasses and scatter with pomegranate seeds and the pickled shallots to serve.

Shop the tools you will need

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