Best 8 Beef Kebabs With A Surprise Center Recipes

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Are you in search of a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave your guests in awe? Look no further than beef kebabs with a surprise center! These skewers of tender beef are elevated to a whole new level with the addition of a hidden treasure inside. Whether you prefer a burst of cheese, a tangy pop of pickle, or a savory infusion of herbs and spices, the possibilities for the surprise center are endless. Get ready to embark on a journey of flavor and creativity as we unveil the secrets behind crafting the perfect beef kebabs with a surprise center.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TENDER BEEF KABOBS (SHASHLIK) RECIPE



Tender Beef Kabobs (Shashlik) Recipe image

The key to great kabobs is to give your meat plenty of time to marinate and don't rush it! I like to marinate at least 4 to 6 hours.

Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com

Categories     Easy/Medium

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs good quality beef (I used top sirloin, cut into 1 1/2" pieces)
2 Bell peppers (any color, sliced into 1 1/2" wide pieces)
1 large Purple Onion (sliced into 1 1/2" wide pieces)
15 medium bamboo or wood skewers
1 cup mild olive oil
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 medium lemons)
1 tsp salt (we love fine sea salt)
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
4 garlic cloves (pressed)
3 Tbsp fresh or frozen dill (chopped (or 1 Tbsp dry dill weed))
2 dry bay leaves

Steps:

  • Combine all of your marinade ingredients in a large glass or plastic bowl (do not use aluminum) and stir to combine.
  • Slice meat and transfer it into the marinade bowl, stirring well to coat. Marinate beef in the refrigerate4 to 6 hours, stirring a few times while marinating to make sure meat is evenly marinated. Note: Sometimes after long periods of refrigeration, the oil in the marinade can firm up a bit; it will liquify again if you let the marinated meat sit at room temp 30 minutes before skewering.
  • Soak bamboo or wooden skewers at last 30 min. After the meat is done marinating, slice veggies and skewer them with meat onto Bamboo skewers. Brush/ pour remaining marinade over skewers.
  • Grill over med/high heat for about 8-10 minutes or until you've reached the desired doneness, rotating every 2-3 minutes for even grilling. Remove kebobs from grill and let them rest at least 5 minutes before eating. If you cut into them right away, they will juice out and end up dry. Serve with your favorite steak sauce

BEEF KEBABS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h13m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoon hot sauce
3 pounds bottom round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large yellow onion, chopped in large chucks slightly large than beef cubes
Spicy Couscous, recipe follows
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups chicken broth
1 (10-ounce) box couscous
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together canola oil, garlic, yogurt, cumin, salt, pepper and hot sauce. Reserve half the marinade, in a covered bowl, and refrigerate. Add beef cubes to remaining marinade, cover and refrigerate for anywhere from 30 minutes to overnight.
  • Preheat grill pan or outdoor grill to medium high heat. Be sure to oil the grill surface before grilling the kebabs.
  • Thread beef cubes and onion pieces onto skewers, alternating 3 pieces of beef and onion per skewer. Set aside extra beef cubes for another use. Place skewers on the grill pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
  • Place kebabs on a serving platter along with Spicy Couscous. Drizzle with some of the reserved marinade and serve.
  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Saute garlic with red pepper flakes for 2 minutes being careful not to burn garlic. Add the chicken broth, turn up heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Stir in couscous, cover and remove from the heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and fluff with fork. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.

BEEF KEBAB WITH GARLIC SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY



Beef Kebab With Garlic Sauce Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, beef sirloin, garlic, coriander powder, cumin, paprika, distilled white vinegar, olive oil, bell peppers, red onion, garlic cloves, salt, vegetable oil, lemon

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

nonstick cooking spray
2 lb beef sirloin, cut into 1 inch/25 mm cubes
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
½ teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
½ cup olive oil
3 bell peppers, red, yellow and green, cut into 1 inch (2 cm) pieces
1 red onion, cut into 1 inch (2 cm) pieces
1 cup garlic cloves, peeled
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups vegetable oil
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • In a re-sealable freezer bag, add beef, garlic, coriander, cumin, paprika, white vinegar, and olive oil. Seal the bag and distribute seasonings. Allow to marinate in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
  • In a food processor, add garlic cloves and pulse until the garlic becomes finely minced.
  • Add salt and pulse until well incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl if you see the garlic building up on the sides.
  • Turn on the food processor and keep it on. In a thin stream pour ½ cup (120 ml) of oil followed by ½ tsp of lemon juice. Keep alternating until you have used all of the oil and lemon juice. The garlic sauce should become light, fluffy and creamy.
  • Store garlic sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week!
  • Preheat the grill on high.
  • To assemble the kebabs, spray skewers with non-stick cooking spray and alternate threading beef, onions and bell peppers onto the skewer.
  • Cook 5-7 minutes on each side.
  • Serve kebabs with garlic sauce, salad, rice, hummus, and pita bread.
  • Enjoy!

CUMIN-SCENTED BEEF KEBABS



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Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 pounds sirloin flap steak or flatiron steak, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
Equipment: 12 (12-inch) skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes if wooden
Accompaniment: roasted red pepper and walnut spread

Steps:

  • Stir together oil, oregano, garlic, spices, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl, then toss with beef. Marinate, chilled, at least 2 hours.
  • Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (high heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure . Thread about 4 pieces of beef onto each skewer, leaving small spaces between pieces, then transfer to a tray.
  • Oil grill rack, then grill beef, covered only if using a gas grill, turning, until browned but still pink inside, 4 to 5 minutes.

BEST EVER SAUCY BEEF KABOBS



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This is a five-star recipe that combines the great taste of grilled beef kabobs with a delicious tomato sauce baste. I always double the sauce to top the beef and veggies over rice. A mouth-watering meal.

Provided by Debbie Taber

Categories     Main Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups tomato juice
½ cup butter
¼ cup finely chopped onion
⅓ cup ketchup
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 dash hot sauce
2 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 1 inch cubes
½ pound fresh mushrooms, stems removed
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 large onion, quartered
1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
skewers

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over low heat, mix the tomato juice, butter, onion, ketchup, mustard, salt, paprika, pepper, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Simmer for 30 minutes, remove from heat, and allow to cool.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat.
  • Thread the sirloin cubes, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, onion quarters, and green pepper pieces onto skewers, alternating as desired. Drizzle some of the sauce over the kabobs.
  • Oil the grill grate. Arrange kabobs on the grill. Grill 10 minutes, or until meat is cooked through, occasionally turning kabobs. Baste with sauce during the last 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 90.9 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 21.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 719.7 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

SUCCULENT BEEF SKEWERS



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Agnes Ward, of Stratford, Ontario says, "These are no ordinary beef kabobs! They're herb-infused and need to marinate at least an hour or overnight for the best flavor. If you feel like splurging, this recipe's also fantastic with beef tenderloin."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 skewers.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the first 9 ingredients; add beef and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. , Drain and discard marinade. Thread beef onto six metal or soaked wooden skewers. Lightly oil the grill rack., Grill steak, covered, over medium-hot heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 8-10 minutes or until beef reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), turning occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PERFECT EASY BEEF KEBABS



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I think I found this idea in Cooks Illustrated, but it was so easy, I didn't save the article. The marinade flavors the meat, and will protect it during grilling so that your kebabs won't dry out. It will not, however, tenderize a tough cut of meat, since it has no acid in it. Choose a nice cut of beef: strip steak, a thick loin steak (sometimes labeled as london broil), or tri-tip roast all work nicely here. (times do not include marination)

Provided by dianegrapegrower

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 lbs beef (see description above)
3 -4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons crushed garlic
1 onion, cut in 2-inch squares, and layers separated (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut the beef into 1-1/2" to 2" cubes. Cut each cube almost in half (it will look like an open book) This lets the marinade get inside to flavor the beef further.
  • Combine the remaining ingredients, except onion, in a medium bowl. Add the beef cubes, and thoroughly combine. Make sure that the marinade gets into the cuts in the cubes. (I use my hands). Cover, and let marinate, in the refrigerator, for 1-6 hours.
  • Preheat and clean your barbeque. Skewer the beef, closing the slit you cut earlier in each piece. (If you think of the cube as looking like a book, the skewer is piercing the front and back covers) Alternate with onion pieces (if using). Grill over indirect heat until done to your preference. Serve.

SANDRA LEE'S BEEF KEBABS



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Saw this on Money Saving Meals awhile back! DH and I thought it sounded great! Posting here for safekeeping! You will also need wooden skewers for this recipe make sure you soak them in water before using!

Provided by SarahBeth

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 12 skewers, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 teaspoons hot sauce
3 lbs bottom round steaks, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large yellow onion, chopped in large chucks slightly large than beef cubes

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together canola oil, garlic, yogurt, cumin, salt, pepper and hot sauce. Reserve half the marinade, in a covered bowl, and refrigerate. Add beef cubes to remaining marinade, cover and refrigerate for anywhere from 30 minutes to overnight.
  • Preheat grill pan or outdoor grill to medium high heat. Be sure to oil the grill surface before grilling the kebabs.
  • Thread beef cubes and onion pieces onto skewers, alternating 3 pieces of beef and onion per skewer. Set aside extra beef cubes for Round 2 recipe. Place skewers on the grill pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes on each side for medium-rare.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503, Fat 31.6, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 168.2, Sodium 567.2, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 2, Protein 48.1

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality beef. Look for meat that is a deep red color and has a good amount of marbling.
  • If you are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help prevent them from burning.
  • To make the surprise center, use a variety of ingredients that will complement the beef. Some good options include cheese, vegetables, and herbs.
  • Cook the kebabs over medium heat until the beef is cooked through. This will usually take about 10-12 minutes.

Conclusion:

Beef kebabs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little creativity, you can create endless variations of kebabs that will suit your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give beef kebabs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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