Spicy Beef Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce 🌶️🌿
Juicy, flavorful beef skewers with a spicy kick, paired perfectly with a fresh, zesty chimichurri sauce. A grill-season favorite that bursts with bold flavors!
Ingredients:
For the Beef Skewers:
- 1.5 lbs beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Wooden or metal skewers
For the Chimichurri Sauce: - 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1️⃣ Marinate the Beef:- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, hot sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the beef cubes, tossing to coat evenly.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
2️⃣ Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce: - In a small bowl, combine parsley, cilantro, garlic, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
3️⃣ Assemble and Grill the Skewers: - Thread the marinated beef cubes onto skewers, spacing them evenly.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the beef reaches your desired doneness (medium-rare or medium recommended).
4️⃣ Serve: - Drizzle the hot, grilled beef skewers generously with chimichurri sauce.
- Serve immediately with extra chimichurri on the side for dipping.
Perfect Pairing: These skewers are excellent with a side of grilled vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad.
Prep time: 15 minutes | Marinate time: 30 minutes | Cook time: 10 minutes | Total time: 55 minutes | Calories: ~320 per skewer | Protein: ~28g