Cilantro Lime Beef Skewers
These skewers are a great way to get your summer grilling on. The beef is marinated in a flavorful blend of cilantro, lime, cumin, and paprika, then grilled to perfection. The skewers are finished with a squeeze of lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. The result is a juicy, flavorful skewer that is sure to please everyone at your next cookout.
Cilantro lime beef skewers are a classic summer dish. They're easy to make, portable, and always a crowd-pleaser. But what if I told you that there's a way to make them even better? With a few simple tweaks, you can elevate these skewers from good to great. The first step is to use high-quality ingredients. Grass-fed beef has a richer flavor than grain-fed beef, and fresh cilantro and lime juice will give your skewers a bright, citrusy flavor. You can also add other vegetables to your skewers, such as bell peppers, onions, and cherry tomatoes. Once you have your ingredients, it's time to make the marinade. The marinade is what gives the skewers their flavor, so it's important to get it right. I like to use a combination of cilantro, garlic, olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, cumin, and paprika. These ingredients create a flavorful marinade that will tenderize the beef and give it a delicious flavor. Once the beef is marinated, it's time to grill the skewers. I like to grill my skewers over medium-high heat. This will help to create a nice char on the beef and vegetables. Be sure to turn the skewers frequently so that they cook evenly. Once the beef is cooked to your desired doneness, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat. Serve the skewers hot and enjoy!
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Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs grass-fed beef sirloin, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Bell peppers, onions, and cherry tomatoes for skewering
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix together cilantro, garlic, olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the beef cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the marinated beef cubes onto skewers with bell peppers, onions, and cherry tomatoes.
  5. Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is cooked to your desired doneness.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The marinade tenderizes the beef and infuses it with flavor.
  • Grilling the skewers over medium-high heat creates a nice char on the beef and vegetables.
  • Letting the skewers rest after grilling helps the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.