Beef and Vegetable Kebabs with Garlic Marinade
In short: Cubes of sirloin and skewers of peppers, red onion and zucchini, marinated in lemon, garlic and smoked paprika and grilled until charred. It takes about 37 min in total and makes 4 servings.
- Prep
- 25 min
- Cook
- 12 min
- Resting
- 1 h
- Total
- 37 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 330 kcal
Kebabs are an easy way to feed a group, because the work is done before the fire is lit. Sirloin and quick-cooking vegetables share a garlicky lemon marinade, then go onto skewers and a hot grill or grill pan. Threading the meat and the vegetables on separate skewers lets you take each off the heat when it is ready. Cut everything to a similar size for even cooking, and serve with rice, flatbread or a green salad.
Instructions
- Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, oregano, honey, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the beef, stir to coat, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour, or up to 6 hours.
- If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes. Add the vegetables to the bowl 10 minutes before skewering and toss to coat.
- Thread the beef onto 4 skewers and the vegetables onto 4 more, leaving a small gap between pieces so the heat reaches every side.
- Heat a grill to medium-high, or a grill pan over high heat, and oil the grates lightly.
- Cook the beef skewers for 8 to 10 minutes, turning every 2 to 3 minutes, until browned and a thermometer in a cube reads 63°C (145°F).
- Cook the vegetable skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning often, until tender and charred at the edges. Rest the beef for 5 minutes and serve with lemon wedges.
Tips
- Flat metal skewers stop the cubes from spinning when you turn them. If you use round skewers, push the pieces on snugly.
- No grill? Cook the skewers in a ridged grill pan, or under a hot broiler about 8 cm (3 inches) from the element, turning often.
Questions and answers
How long should beef kebabs marinate?
One to six hours is enough. Lemon juice is acidic, and a longer soak can make the surface of the beef mushy.
What cut of beef is best for kebabs?
Sirloin and tenderloin tips stay tender with quick, hot cooking. Chuck needs slow braising and turns tough on a grill.
Can I assemble the kebabs ahead of time?
Yes. Thread the skewers up to a day ahead, cover and refrigerate. Grill them straight from the fridge, allowing an extra minute or two.
How long does it take to make Beef and Vegetable Kebabs with Garlic Marinade?
About 37 min in total: 25 min of preparation and 12 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Beef and Vegetable Kebabs with Garlic Marinade?
About 330 kcal per serving, with 40 g of protein, 9 g of carbohydrates and 15 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 330 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 40 g |
| Carbohydrates | 9 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 560 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
