Best 4 Classic Beef Kabobs Recipes

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If you're craving a mouthwatering, savory meal that embodies the essence of summer grilling, look no further than classic beef kabobs. These skewers of tender, juicy beef, marinated in aromatic herbs and spices, are a culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Whether you prefer sirloin, tenderloin, or rib eye, the possibilities are endless when it comes to creating your perfect kabob. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of selecting the finest ingredients, marinating techniques, and grilling methods to elevate your kabobs to a whole new level of flavor. So, gather your skewers, fire up the grill, and let's embark on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for classic beef kabobs.

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

AMAZING SHISH KABOB RECIPE (WITH BEEF)



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Beef Shish Kabobs mean it's summertime! Even though the prep is quick-and-easy, they always come out so darn impressive. Fire up your grill!!!

Provided by Natalya Drozhzhin

Categories     Meats

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lb beef ((Top Sirloin, Strip Steak))
1/4 cup low- sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
1 tbsp steak seasoning ((use your favorite))
1 cup red wine
1 large green bell pepper (cut into cubes)
1 large red bell pepper (cut into cubes)
1 large yellow bell pepper (cut into cubes)
8 oz mushrooms
1 large onion (cut into pieces )
1 tbsp salt (adjust to taste )
1 tbsp ground black pepper (adjust to taste )

Steps:

  • Cut beef into one-inch cubes. Place meat in a deep dish. Cover with soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, wine and steak seasoning. Allow beef to marinate for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Prepare bell peppers, mushrooms and onions. Place them in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  • Thread beef, mushrooms, bell peppers and onion on to a skewer.
  • Grill for about 3 minutes on per side, or until the outside has a nice crust.
  • Allow skewers to rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Sodium 1298 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEEF KEBABS



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Call them kabobs, kebabs, or shish kabobs. Either way, what's a summer grill without them? Marinate sirloin chunks in soy sauce with garlic, ginger, and olive oil. Skewer with veggies and get to grilling!

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Dinner     Grill     Beef     Grill     Kabob     Kebab     Skewer

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Marinade Ingredients:
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Kebab Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds top sirloin steak, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 large bell pepper
1 - 2 medium red onions
1/2 - 1 pound button mushrooms

Steps:

  • Marinate the meat: Mix the marinade ingredients together in a bowl and add the meat. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, preferably several hours or even overnight. (Heck, I've kept the meat marinating for a couple days, still great.)
  • Soak skewers in water: Soak the wood or bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This will help prevent them from completely burning up on the grill.
  • Thread the meat and veggies onto the skewers: Cut the vegetables into chunks roughly the width of the beef pieces. Taking care not to poke yourself, thread the meat and vegetables onto double bamboo skewers. One way to do this safely is to put the piece that you are trying to pierce on a cutting board, and then push the skewers through the piece to the board. Using double skewers will help you turn the kebabs on the grill. If you keep a little space between the pieces, they will grill more evenly. Paint the kebabs with some of the remaining marinade.
  • Grill on high, direct heat: Prepare your grill for high, direct heat. Grill for 8 to 10 minutes, depending on how hot your grill is, and how done you would like your meat, turning occasionally.
  • Let rest: Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 839 mg, Sugar 15 g, Fat 29 g, ServingSize Serves 4 to 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

THE BEST SHISH KEBABS



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This backyard grilling staple is nothing short of delicious. But the pre-made kebabs from the grocery store leave us underwhelmed--with tough pieces of meat and chunks of vegetables that always seem to end up either burnt or undercooked. For our beef, we chose tenderloin, which chars beautifully and stays tender during cooking. The vegetables are cut small enough to cook through without burning or falling apart and the tangy marinade brings everything together.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 skewers

Number Of Ingredients 15

Nonstick cooking spray
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
4 scallions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons Dijon
2 large cloves garlic, finely grated
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1 pound beef tenderloin, cut into 1- to 1 1/2-inch pieces (about 20 pieces)
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 16 pieces)
1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 16 pieces)
2 medium red onions, root left intact, cut into 16 wedges
1 large zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds (about 16 pieces)

Steps:

  • Soak the skewers in water for at least 15 minutes and up to overnight. Pat them dry and spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Whisk the vinegar, scallions, Dijon, garlic, sugar, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a medium bowl or large liquid measuring cup. Whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until emulsified.
  • Put the beef pieces, bell peppers, onions and zucchini in a large resealable plastic bag. Reserve 1/4 cup marinade and pour the rest into the bag and seal. Toss the bag so the meat and vegetables are well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours and up to overnight.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat.
  • Thread the meat and vegetables onto a skewer in the following order: beef, zucchini, red pepper, yellow pepper and onion. Repeat the threading three more times, ending with a piece of beef (there should be 5 pieces of beef and 4 pieces of each vegetable on the skewer). Repeat with the remaining skewers and ingredients.
  • Sprinkle the kebabs with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Grill at an angle, uncovered, until deep char marks form and the vegetables start to soften, 5 to 6 minutes. Flip the skewers and continue cooking until the beef has reached an internal temperature of 125 degrees F when measured with an instant-read thermometer, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the grill and brush the kebabs with the reserved 1/4 cup marinade. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

MOM'S BEEF SHISH KABOBS



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My Mom has cooked this recipe for as long as I remember. Now that I live on my own, I can't wait to go back home over the holidays to have this excellent dish. Mom would probably be upset that I gave it away, but it is so delicious that I think everyone should have a chance to experience it. Technically shish kabobs use lamb, so these should be called beef kabobs, but this is the family recipe and what we call it.

Provided by Mike Hearne

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 16h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

⅓ cup vegetable oil
½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon coarsely cracked black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ pounds lean beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
16 mushroom caps
8 metal skewers, or as needed
2 green bell peppers, cut into chunks
1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 large onion, cut into large squares

Steps:

  • Whisk the vegetable oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the beef, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours or overnight.
  • Add the mushrooms to the bag, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and reseal the bag; marinate in the refrigerator another 8 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove the beef and mushrooms from the marinade, shaking off any excess liquid. Pour the marinade into a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 minutes; set aside for basting.
  • Thread pieces of green bell pepper, beef, red bell pepper, mushroom, and onion onto metal skewers, repeating until all ingredients are skewered.
  • Cook the skewers on the preheated grill, turning frequently and brushing generously with the reserved marinade until nicely browned on all sides and the meat is no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 58.7 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 2815.9 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

### Tips
  • Choose the right cut of beef: For kabobs, you'll want to use a tender cut of beef that will cook quickly and evenly. Some good options include flank steak, skirt steak, or tenderloin.
  • Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef before cooking will help to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor. You can use a variety of marinades, but some good options include olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs.
  • Skewer the beef properly: When skewering the beef, be sure to thread the meat through the grain. This will help to prevent the meat from becoming tough.
  • Cook the beef over high heat: Kabobs should be cooked over high heat so that the meat sears quickly and evenly. This will help to prevent the meat from drying out.
  • Don't overcook the beef: Kabobs should be cooked until the meat is just cooked through. Overcooked beef will be tough and chewy.
  • Serve the kabobs with your favorite sides: Kabobs can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, vegetables, or pita bread.
### Conclusion Beef kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for summer grilling. By following these tips, you can make sure that your kabobs are tender, juicy, and flavorful. So fire up the grill and get cooking!

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