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Best Ever Beef Shish Kabob

An easy beef shish kabobs recipe that's packed with amazing flavors. Learn all the tips and tricks for making the best shish kabobs at home.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Shadi HasanzadeNemati

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 lemon juice of
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • 1 lb beef sirloin tip cut into 1 1/2 inch chunks
  • 2 onions cut into chunks
  • 2 bell peppers cut into chunks
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Instructions

  • Mix the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, cinnamon, paprika and turmeric in a large bowl. 
  • Add in beef chunks and using tongs, mix them well so they're covered with the marinade.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours up to 8 hours. 
  • Turn on the grill and set it to high heat. Take the marinated meat out of the fridge and place it on the counter to come to room temperature. 
  • Thread the beef chunks and vegetables on skewers, alternating between the  meat and the vegetables. Sprinkle with a little salt. 
  • Grill the beef shish kabobs for 4 minutes on each side for medium and 5-6 minutes on each side for medium well or well. 
  • Serve warm with different side dishes (see the post for side suggestions) 

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Notes

  • Beef shish kabob is best served right after cooking. However, you can store the leftovers in an airtight container and reheat on the stove or microwave for a short time.
  • If grilling steak kabobs, make sure the grill is on high heat since the you want to cook the meat on high heat for a short time to get the best texture and flavor.
  • You can use either metal or wooden skewers. If using wooden skewers, make sure to submerge them in water for 30 minutes to prevent them from burning.
  • Is it your first time making shish kabobs? Prepare and grill one skewer first, try it to make sure you like the tenderness and texture of the meat before grilling the rest.

Nutrition

Calories: 431kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 73mg | Potassium: 647mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2146IU | Vitamin C: 94mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 3mg