Best 3 Italian Beef Kabobs Recipes

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Italian beef kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for summer grilling. The beef is marinated in a flavorful mixture of Italian herbs and spices, then grilled to perfection and served on skewers. This dish is sure to be a hit at your next backyard party or potluck. You can use different cuts of beef for your kabobs, but some of the most popular choices include sirloin, flank steak, or skirt steak. The key to cooking perfect Italian beef kabobs is to marinate the beef for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This will help the beef to absorb all of the delicious flavors of the marinade. When you're ready to grill the kabobs, simply skewer the beef and vegetables, then grill over medium heat for about 10 minutes per side, or until the beef is cooked to your desired doneness.

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

ITALIAN BEEF KABOBS



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Balsamic vinegar and fresh herbs combine in a marinade that gives great flavor to tender cubes of steak on shish kabobs. Along with the beef, I skewer mushrooms, zucchini and cherry tomatoes for an easy, well-balanced meal. -Joyce Triggs, Thibodaux, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon minced fresh marjoram or 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/4 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
32 small fresh mushrooms
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Pour 2/3 cup marinade into a large bowl; add the beef. Turn to coat; cover and refrigerate for 4 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Drain and discard marinade from beef. On four metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the beef, zucchini and mushrooms. Spoon over uncooked kabobs with reserved marinade; sprinkle with salt. Broil 4 in. from heat for 5 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness, basting frequently with reserved marinade. Place a tomato on each skewer before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 379mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN BEEF KABOBS



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Add something zesty to your family's Italian night! Serve beef kabobs with couscous - a mild meal!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds beef boneless sirloin or round steak, 1 inch thick
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 package (8 ounces) whole mushrooms
1 medium zucchini, cut lengthwise in half, then cut crosswise into 3/4-inch slices
1/2 cup Italian dressing
9 small red potatoes, cut in half

Steps:

  • Cut beef into 1-inch pieces. Place beef, bell pepper, mushrooms and zucchini in medium glass or plastic bowl. Stir in dressing until coated. Cover and refrigerate, stirring occasionally, at least 1 hour but no longer than 12 hours.
  • Heat coals or gas grill. Place potatoes in 2-quart saucepan; add enough water to cover. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered about 10 minutes or until almost tender; drain. Cool slightly.
  • Remove beef and vegetables from dressing; reserve dressing. Thread beef, marinated vegetables and potatoes alternately on each of twelve 9-inch metal skewers, leaving 1/2-inch space between each piece. Brush kabobs with dressing.
  • Cover and grill kabobs 4 to 5 inches from medium heat 6 to 8 minutes for medium-rare to medium doneness, turning and brushing with dressing after 3 minutes. Discard any remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg

ITALIAN BEEF KABOBS (COOKING FOR 2)



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Balsamic vinegar and fresh oregano take beef kabobs to new flavor heights!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h23m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 beef bone-in sirloin or round steak, 3/4 pound, 1 inch thick
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Remove fat from beef. Cut beef into 1-inch pieces.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in medium glass or plastic bowl. Stir in beef until coated. Cover and refrigerate, stirring occasionally, at least 1 hour but no longer than 12 hours.
  • Set oven control to broil. Remove beef from marinade; reserve marinade. Thread beef on each of four 10-inch metal skewers, leaving 1/2-inch space between each piece. Brush kabobs with marinade.
  • Place kabobs on rack in broiler pan. Broil kabobs with tops about 3 inches from heat 6 to 8 minutes for medium-rare to medium doneness, turning and brushing with marinade after 3 minutes. Discard any remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 45 mg

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, marinate the beef in the Italian dressing for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
  • To ensure the beef is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that it has reached an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • If you don't have wooden skewers, you can use metal skewers or even toothpicks to hold the beef kabobs together.
  • Serve the beef kabobs with your favorite dipping sauce, such as a classic Italian dressing, a zesty chimichurri sauce, or a creamy horseradish sauce.
  • For a healthier version of this recipe, you can use leaner cuts of beef, such as flank steak or sirloin steak.

Conclusion:

These Italian beef kabobs are bursting with flavor and perfect for your next outdoor gathering. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So fire up the grill and enjoy this delicious dish with your friends and family.

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