Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Sea & Mountain Skewers

It doesn’t get much more Mediterranean than the Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Sea & Mountain Skewers—a clever surf-and-turf combo of juicy prawns, savory Spanish ham, earthy mushrooms, and creamy beans. Tied together with sweet roasted leek and a punch of prawn juices, this dish feels like sunshine on a plate. I made it for a weekend lunch, and it tasted like something from a seaside tapas bar. (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

• 2 medium leeks
• 8 large raw king prawns, shell-on
• 160g mixed mushrooms
• 40g Pata Negra or good quality Spanish ham
• 1 x 700g jar white beans, including juices

How To Make Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Sea & Mountain Skewers

1. Roast the Leeks:
   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Pop the whole leeks directly on the oven rack (yes, really!) and roast them for about 40 minutes. The outside will blacken and char, but that’s the point—inside, they turn soft, sweet, and smoky.
2. Prep the Prawns:
   While the leeks roast, remove the prawn heads and squeeze their juices into a small bowl—this liquid gold adds incredible flavor to the beans later. Peel off the shells, leaving the tails on, and devein the prawns. Set them aside.
3. Assemble the Skewers:
   Slice any larger mushrooms for even cooking. Tear the Pata Negra into small, rustic pieces. Now thread the prawns, mushrooms, and bits of ham onto skewers. If you’ve got fresh rosemary sprigs on hand, they make amazing natural skewers that add a hint of herbal flavor.
4. Cook the Skewers:
   Drizzle a little olive oil in a non-stick pan or onto a hot grill. Cook the skewers over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, turning them so they get golden and caramelized on all sides. Pressing them gently with a spatula helps get a nice sear.
5. Prepare the Beans & Plate Up:
   Take your leeks out of the oven, peel away the blackened skins, and finely chop the tender centers. In a pan, combine the chopped leeks with the white beans (including the juices from the jar) and the reserved prawn juices. Simmer gently and season to taste. Spoon the leeky bean mix onto a platter, then lay the golden skewers on top. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and serve right away.

Why I Love This Recipe

There’s something really satisfying about threading up these skewers—it’s part meal prep, part Mediterranean art project. The roasted leeks were a total revelation too: I never thought you could just throw them in the oven whole! The contrast of the smoky veg, creamy beans, and juicy prawns is what makes this dish so memorable. It’s rustic and refined at the same time.

Recipe Tips

• Roast the leeks directly on the oven rack. Don’t worry if they look burnt—the inside is what you want!
• Save those prawn juices. They bring incredible umami to the beans.
• Use big, chunky mushrooms. They’ll hold their own on the skewers and cook evenly alongside the prawns.
• Thread with space between items. This helps everything brown instead of steam.
• Press the skewers down while cooking. A spatula can help get that nice golden color.

How To Store This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Sea & Mountain Skewers

• At Room Temperature:
  Cool leftovers within an hour and separate the skewers from the bean mixture to avoid sogginess.
• In the Fridge:
  Store both components in separate airtight containers. They’ll keep well for up to 2 days.
• In the Freezer:
  You can freeze the beans, but not the prawns—they’ll get rubbery. Freeze the beans in portions and cook fresh prawns next time.
• Reheating:
  Warm the beans gently in a saucepan over low heat. Reheat the skewers in a pan over medium for 3–4 minutes. Avoid microwaving prawns if you can.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Can I make this recipe without skewers?
  Totally! Just sauté the prawns, mushrooms, and ham together—it’ll still be delicious.
• What can I use instead of Pata Negra?
  Any good quality dry-cured ham like prosciutto or serrano will work.
• Is it okay to use canned beans?
  Yes! Just make sure they’re in water, not brine, and don’t drain them—the juices help make the sauce.
• Can I roast the leeks ahead of time?
  Definitely. Just reheat them gently before chopping and mixing into the beans.
• What other seafood could I use?
  Scallops or chunks of firm white fish would also be great on the skewers.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 589 kcal
• Fat: 31.4g
• Saturated Fat: 5.5g
• Protein: 36.6g
• Carbohydrates: 40.1g
• Sugars: 5.3g
• Salt: 1.2g
• Fiber: 13.3g

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