Grilled skewered beef, also known as shashlik or souvlaki, is a delectable dish that combines tender, flavorful meat with a medley of colorful vegetables, grilled to perfection over an open flame. The art of grilling skewered beef lies in selecting the right cut of meat, marinating it in a flavorful blend of spices and herbs, and skewering it with an array of vegetables, ensuring a harmonious balance of flavors and textures. Whether you prefer sirloin, flank steak, or tenderloin, the key to achieving succulent grilled skewered beef lies in the marinade, which infuses the meat with a symphony of flavors that enhance its natural goodness.
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SUCCULENT BEEF SKEWERS
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
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
GARLIC-MUSTARD GRILLED BEEF SKEWERS
Steps:
- Heat grill to high. Skewer 2 pieces of the beef onto 2 skewers so that the meat lies flat. Brush the meat liberally on both sides with the Garlic-Mustard Glaze. Grill the meat for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked to medium-rare doneness, brushing with the remaining glaze while grilling. Remove from grill and serve.
- Whisk together all ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before using.
GRILLED SKEWERED BEEF
Found online and posted for ZWT 7, South Pacific. The author claims this is of Japanese origin but has become a very popular Polynesian dish. Prep time includes marinating time. This says it makes 24 skewers, but I have difficulty believing that one pound of meat can go that far! Therefore, the number of servings here is a guess.
Provided by smellyvegetarian
Categories Meat
Time 1h14m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Drain the juice from the pineapple and mix with the soya sauce, garlic and ginger; add the beef and let it stand for 1 hour.
- Place alternate pieces of beef and pineapple on wooden skewers and put an olive at the end of each skewer.
- Grill, turning once, for 10-12 minutes.
GRILLED BEEF SIRLOIN AND FAMER'S MARKET SKEWERS
Steps:
- 1)Combine glaze ingredients in 1-cup glass measure. Microwave on HIGH 45 seconds, stirring once. Brush on beef steak. 2)Alternately thread vegetables onto four 12-inch metal skewers. Combine mustard and oil; brush on vegetables. 3)Place steak and skewers on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill steak, covered, 11 to 15 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 13 to 16 minutes) for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Grill vegetables 6 to 10 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally. 4)Carve steak; season with salt. Serve with vegetables.
SKEWERED GINGER BEEF
Jean Gaines of Russellville, Kentucky marinates and skewers several servings of this dish, freezing extras for future events. "Not only do these tender slices of beef make a quick and easy dinner," she says, "but they make impressive appetizers, too."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; add steak. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. , Drain and discard marinade. Thread steak onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until meat reaches desired doneness, turning occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 980mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
GRILLED BEEF, CHICKEN, SHRIMP, AND MUSHROOM SKEWERS
Categories Beef Chicken Mushroom Shellfish Appetizer Quick & Easy Low/No Sugar Summer Grill/Barbecue Healthy Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 80 to 100 small skewers
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make marinade:
- Mince garlic and mash to a paste with salt using a large heavy knife. Transfer to a small bowl and whisk in lemon juice and pepper, then add oil in a stream, whisking until emulsified. Divide marinade among 4 (1- to 2-quart) bowls.
- Prepare skewers:
- Cut steak into 20 to 25 (1/4-inch-thick) slices (about 4 inches long and 1 inch wide), then toss with marinade in one of bowls and thread each slice lengthwise onto a skewer.
- Cut chicken breast halves diagonally into 20 to 25 (1/4-inch-thick) slices (about 4 inches long and 1 inch wide; if breasts are thin, hold knife at a 45-degree angle to get 1-inch-wide slices). Toss with marinade in another bowl and thread each slice lengthwise onto a skewer.
- Toss shrimp with marinade in another bowl, then thread 2 shrimp onto each of 20 to 25 skewers.
- Toss mushrooms with marinade in remaining bowl and thread 2 small mushrooms or 2 large halves onto each of 20 to 25 skewers.
- Prepare grill for cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas); see "Grilling Procedure," below.
- Grill skewers in batches on lightly oiled grill rack, covered only if using a gas grill, turning over once with tongs, until beef is medium-rare, about 3 minutes total; chicken is just cooked through, about 3 minutes; shrimp is just cooked through, about 2 minutes; and mushrooms are tender, about 4 minutes.
- Grilling Procedure
- If using a charcoal grill, open vents on bottom of grill, then light charcoal. When charcoal turns grayish white (about 15 minutes from lighting), hold your hand 5 inches above grill rack to determine heat for charcoal as follows:
- Hot: When you can hold your hand there for 1 to 2 seconds
- Medium-hot: 3 to 4 seconds
- Low: 5 to 6 seconds
- If using a gas grill, preheat burners on high, covered, 10 minutes, then, if necessary, reduce to heat specified in recipe.
GRILLED THAI BEEF SKEWERS
From Williams-Sonoma. DH and I tried these for lunch today. Easy and tasty! According to Williams-Sonoma, if you would like these for a complete meal, you can serve the skewers over scallion rice. To do this, cook your rice according to package instructions and stir in 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions and 1 Tb toasted sesame seeds. We just had ours straight from the skewers.
Provided by Dr. Jenny
Categories Steak
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Marinate the beef: Cut the flank steak across the grain into slices 1/4 inch thick. In a shallow glass or ceramic dish just large enough to hold the meat, stir together the sake, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, and coriander. Add the flank steak and stir to coat thoroughly. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the skewers and the grill: Meanwhile, soak 12 bamboo skewers in cold water for at least 30 minutes. Prepare a gas or charcoal grill for direct-heat cooking over high heat and oil the grill rack. Or, preheat a broiler.
- Cook the beef: Drain the skewers. Remove the meat from the marinade, discarding the marinade. Thread the meat onto the skewers, dividing the meat evenly.
- Place the skewers on the grill rack, or put on a rimmed baking sheet and place under the broiler. Cook, turning once or twice, until seared, 3-4 minutes total for medium-rare, or done to your liking. Divide the skewers among dinner plates and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.3, Fat 17.7, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 115.7, Sodium 1098.9, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 38.4
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of beef: Select a tender and flavorful cut of beef, such as flank steak, skirt steak, or tenderloin.
- Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef in a flavorful marinade helps to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor. Use a marinade made with olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar.
- Skewer the beef: Cut the beef into thin strips and skewer them onto metal or wooden skewers.
- Season the beef: Season the beef skewers with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices or herbs.
- Preheat the grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before cooking the beef skewers.
- Grill the beef skewers: Grill the beef skewers for 8-10 minutes, or until they are cooked to your desired doneness.
- Serve the beef skewers: Serve the beef skewers immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as teriyaki sauce, chimichurri sauce, or a simple vinaigrette.
Conclusion:
Grilled skewered beef is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can create tender, flavorful, and juicy beef skewers that will impress your friends and family. Whether you are grilling in the backyard or cooking in the kitchen, grilled skewered beef is a surefire hit.
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