Shish Kabob Recipe
Want to spice things up with a delicious and easy shish kabob recipe? Look no further! Not only will this recipe impress your taste buds, but it'll also impress your guests with fun shish kabob skewers. Did you know that shish kabob is actually a Turkish dish, meaning "skewer" and "grilled meat"? So, fire up the grill and let's get skewer-ing!
Ingredients
- Beef As mentioned above, sirloin, tenderloin, ribeye, flank steak, and skirt steak are all great options for beef shish kabobs.
- Vegetables Some popular vegetables to use on shish kabobs include bell peppers onions, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and zucchini.
- Marinade A marinade helps to add flavor to the meat and vegetables and can be made with a variety of ingredients such as olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs (such as rosemary and thyme), and spices (such as cumin and paprika).
- Skewers Metal skewers are recommended for grilling shish kabobs as they can withstand the high heat of the grill. Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using them to prevent them from burning.
- Salt and pepper To taste
- Herbs and spices such as parsley cilantro, and mint Optional
- Yogurt or sour cream for serving
- Lemon wedges for serving.
Instructions
- Cut the beef into 1-2 inch cubes and place them in a large bowl. Cut the vegetables into similar size as the beef.
- In a separate bowl, mix the marinade ingredients. Pour the marinade over the beef and vegetables, and toss to coat.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat grill to high heat.
- Thread the beef and vegetables onto skewers, alternating between the two.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the shish kabobs for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, or until the beef is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Remove the shish kabobs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or mint.
- Optional: Serve with yogurt or sour cream and lemon wedges.
- Enjoy your delicious and flavorful shish kabobs!
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
The nutrition facts for a serving of beef shish kabob made with sirloin beef, vegetables, and a basic marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs:
Calories: 336
Total Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 75mg
Sodium: 130mg
Total Carbohydrates: 5g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 25g
It's worth noting that the above numbers are approximate as it will vary depending on the ingredients used, the size of the serving, and the cooking method. Keep in mind that the above nutrition facts do not include any additional ingredients like yogurt or sour cream.
