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Mexican Inspired Kebabs 🌶️🍢
Overview:
Prep Time: 24 hours 🕒
Cook Time: 35 minutes 🕒
Total Time: 24 hours 35 minutes 🕒
Servings: 6 🍽️
Description:
Treat your taste buds to a fiesta with these zesty Mexican Inspired Kebabs! Tender beef sirloin steak, vibrant bell peppers, and a medley of spices come together for a burst of flavor on your grill. Marinate the meat and veggies for a full day to let those bold Mexican flavors infuse every juicy bite. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a lively weeknight meal! 😋
Ingredients:
Quantities | Ingredients |
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3/4 | Beef sirloin steak |
3/4 | Red bell pepper |
1 | Green bell pepper |
1 | Green chili peppers |
2 | Diced tomatoes |
1 | Pimientos |
1 | Lemon juice |
2 | Olive oil |
2 | Garlic cloves |
1 | Ground turmeric |
1/2 – 1 | Salt |
1/2 | Fresh ground pepper |
Marinade:
- In a food processor or blender, combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic cloves, ground turmeric, salt, and fresh ground pepper.
- Process until smooth to create a vibrant marinade bursting with flavor. 😍
Instructions:
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Prepare the Marinade:
- In a food processor or blender, process all marinade ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into a medium saucepan and simmer, stirring often, until the mixture reduces by 1/2 – this may take some time.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- Set aside about 1/4 cup of the marinade and store it in the fridge separately.
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Marinate the Meat and Peppers:
- Once the marinade has cooled, combine the remaining marinade with the beef sirloin steak and bell peppers.
- Cover and marinate in the fridge for 12 hours, turning occasionally to ensure all sides soak up the delicious flavors.
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Grill the Kebabs:
- When you’re ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Drain the marinade from the meat and peppers, discarding any excess.
- Thread the marinated meat and peppers onto metal skewers, alternating for a colorful presentation.
- Grill the kebabs, turning often and basting with the 1/4 cup reserved marinade, for about 20 minutes or until the meat is cooked to your liking.
- Keep an eye on them, as the sizzle and aroma will have your neighbors peeking over the fence! 🔥👀
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve these sizzling kebabs hot off the grill, accompanied by a side of Mexican rice and a dollop of guacamole.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for an extra burst of flavor.
- Don’t forget the tortillas or warm, fluffy rice to soak up any leftover marinade! 🌮🍚
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 286.5
- Fat: 17.1g
- Saturated Fat: 5.4g
- Cholesterol: 75.4mg
- Sodium: 341.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.6g
- Fiber: 2.6g
- Sugar: 5.2g
- Protein: 24.1g
Recipe Notes:
- For an extra kick of spice, add more green chili peppers or a dash of hot sauce to the marinade.
- If using wooden skewers, remember to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before threading to prevent them from burning on the grill.
- This recipe is versatile! Feel free to swap the beef for chicken, shrimp, or your favorite veggies for a delicious twist on these Mexican kebabs.