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Grilled Lemongrass Beef Skewers

Throw together the marinade for these Lemongrass Beef Skewers early in the day and dinner will be super easy - and super delicious! Whether you serve them with the Easy Peanut Sauce or on their own, the recipe is sure to be a winner!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 284 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped lemongrass
  • 1 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sunflower oil or other neutral flavored oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Chili garlic sauce
  • 3 medium cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 ½-2 pounds flat iron steak see post for substitution
  • chopped salted peanuts for garnish
  • chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
  • peanut sauce if desired

Instructions

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  1. Combine the sugar, lemongrass, ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, oil, chile garlic sauce, garlic and kosher salt in a medium size bowl. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  2. Slice beef into ¼-inch slices (crosswise) and add to marinade mixture in the bowl. Toss to coat beef well with marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 12 hours.
  3. When ready to cook, heat grill to high. (You should be able to hold your hand 1 to 2 inches above the grate for only 2 to 3 seconds). Oil grates with cooking spray or oil.
  4. Drain beef and discard the marinade. Thread 4-5 beef strips onto each skewer, accordion style.
  5. Place the skewers on the grill. Cook, turning every couple minutes until golden brown and charred in places, about 10-12 minutes total. Do not cover grill while cooking skewers.
  6. Remove from grill and tent with foil for 4-5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts and cilantro for garnish. Serve with Peanut Sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 284kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 74mg (25%) Sodium 655mg (27%) Potassium 415mg (12%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin C 0.5mg (1%) Calcium 16mg (2%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 284

% Daily Value*

Calories 284kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 74mg 25%
Sodium 655mg 27%
Potassium 415mg 9%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Calcium 16mg 2%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.