Beef Kebabs Bell Peppers (Printable Version)
Marinated beef cubes paired with bell peppers and grilled to juicy perfection.
# What You'll Need:
→ Marinade
01 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (gluten-free if required)
03 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
08 - ½ teaspoon paprika
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
→ Kebabs
10 - 1.2 pounds beef sirloin or ribeye, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
11 - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
12 - 1 large yellow bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
13 - 1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
14 - 1 medium red onion, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, black pepper, paprika, and salt in a medium bowl to form a marinade.
02 - Add beef cubes to the marinade, toss to thoroughly coat, cover, and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour to allow flavors to develop.
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
04 - Alternate threading marinated beef, red, yellow, and green bell peppers, and red onion pieces onto the skewers evenly.
05 - Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot and ready for cooking.
06 - Grill the skewers for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until beef reaches desired doneness and vegetables develop light char marks.
07 - Remove skewers from the grill and allow them to rest for 3 minutes before serving to retain juices.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It feels like sharing a secret how these juicy, perfectly spiced beef cubes come together so effortlessly.
- The colorful bell peppers add a fresh crunch that makes this kebab a favorite for both weeknights and special grill-outs.
02 -
- Marinating for at least an hour is crucial; this transforms simple beef cubes into flavor bombs.
- Soaking wooden skewers is a small step that prevents burning and preserves the taste.
03 -
- Use a meat thermometer if you want to nail your preferred doneness every time—135°F for medium rare is perfect for these cubes.
- A final brush of leftover marinade while grilling adds an irresistible glaze that makes all the difference.