Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure with these mouthwatering Soy Garlic Beef Kebabs! Imagine tender beef cubes marinated in a rich, umami-packed sauce, perfectly charred and bursting with Asian-inspired flavors that will make your taste buds dance. Whether you're a grilling novice or a backyard BBQ champion, these kebabs are about to become your new secret weapon for impressive, restaurant-quality meals that will have everyone begging for your recipe.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 bell pepper, cut into squares
- 1 onion, cut into squares
- Skewers
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and sesame oil to create the marinade. Whisk ingredients until well blended.
- Cut beef sirloin into uniform 1-inch cubes, ensuring each piece is roughly the same size for even cooking.
- Place beef cubes in the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
- While beef marinates, chop bell pepper and onion into square pieces approximately the same size as beef cubes.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20-30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400-450°F.
- Thread marinated beef cubes alternately with bell pepper and onion pieces onto skewers, leaving small spaces between ingredients for even cooking.
- Brush remaining marinade over assembled kebabs just before grilling.
- Grill kebabs for 3-4 minutes per side, rotating to ensure even charring and cooking to desired doneness (medium-rare recommended).
- Remove from heat and let rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with sesame seeds or chopped green onions.
Tips
- Marinating Magic: The key to incredible kebabs is patience. Let the beef soak in the marinade for at least 2 hours to maximize flavor penetration.
- Uniform Cutting: Ensure all beef and vegetable pieces are cut to the same size for even cooking and a professional presentation.
- Skewer Strategy: Soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning, and leave small spaces between ingredients to promote even heat distribution.
- Heat Management: Aim for medium-high heat (400-450°F) to achieve a perfect char without burning the meat.
- Doneness Hack: For medium-rare beef, grill for 3-4 minutes per side and let rest for 3-5 minutes to lock in juices.
- Flavor Boosters: Consider garnishing with sesame seeds or chopped green onions for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 80mg
