Easy Beef Kabobs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
298 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Beef Kabobs
Description
Easy Beef Kabobs bring together sirloin steak pieces, bell peppers, and red onion, marinated in a blend of savory and tangy ingredients such as Worcestershire and soy sauces, apple cider vinegar, and honey for sweetness. The optional chipotle chili powder adds a mild smoky heat. After marinating for at least an hour, the skewers are grilled over medium-high heat, producing a mix of caramelized edges and tender insides. The alternating vegetables add freshness and texture, balancing the richness of the beef.
The kabobs can be served as a main dish alongside sides like rice or salad or enjoyed at an outdoor gathering. Using uniform sizes for meat and vegetables helps ensure even cooking. The marination tenderizes the meat while building flavor, and resting the kabobs after grilling allows juices to redistribute.
Cook times vary by desired doneness; a meat thermometer can help achieve medium-rare to medium-well levels precisely. Wooden skewers should be soaked to prevent burning, or metal skewers can be used. The beef can be threaded onto skewers up to a few hours before grilling, allowing flavors to deepen.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds sirloin steak
- 2 bell pepper
- 1 large red onion
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder optional, for a bit of kick
Instructions
- Cut steak, peppers, and onion into roughly equal sized pieces (about 1-1.5").
- In a large freezer bag or storage container, stir together the olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, honey, onion powder, and chipotle powder if using.
- Add steak and let marinate for at least one hour, and up to 6 hours.
- If using wooden skewers, soak for 10 minutes before skewering beef and vegetables.
- Skewer beef cubes and vegetables, alternating as you like. I try to ensure 3-5 cubes of beef per skewer, depending on how long the skewers are.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high.
- Place kabobs directly over the heat, cooking for 4-5 minutes before flipping and cooking another 4-5 minutes. See notes for cook times depending on your preference for doneness.
- Remove and let sit 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to cook steak to desired doneness: 135°F for medium-rare, up to 150°F for medium-well.
- Soak wooden skewers for at least 10 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Cut beef and vegetables to uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Marinate beef for 1 to 6 hours to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Thread skewers no more than 2-3 hours before grilling to maintain freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298 | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 104mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 270mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 782mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1881IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 79mg | 88% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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