Kabobs are the ultimate customizable campfire meal. From savory meats to sweet treats, they let everyone build their own dinner on a stick.

Best Kabob Ingredients

Choose foods that cook at similar rates:

  • Bell peppers, onions, mushrooms
  • Steak cubes, chicken pieces, pork
  • Pineapple chunks, cherry tomatoes, apples

Assembly Tips

  • Leave a little space between each ingredient for even cooking
  • Use two skewers for large kabobs to prevent spinning
  • Alternate meats and veggies for flavor layering

Fire Setup for Kabobs

  • Place briquets in two-inch rows with gaps between to catch drippings
  • Cook kabobs over the space between the rows
  • Rotate often to avoid burning and ensure even doneness

Sweet Kabob Ideas

  • Bananas with peanut butter drizzle
  • Pineapple and marshmallow layers
  • Apple slices with cinnamon sugar

Campfire kabobs are simple, flavorful, and fun—great for backyard cookouts or wilderness adventures.

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