Garlic and Black Pepper Beef Skewers

 

Ingredients

For the Beef:

• 1.5 lbs skirt steak, thinly sliced against the grain
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon ginger paste
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• Freshly cracked black pepper

For Serving:

• Fish sauce
• Lime juice
• Chili crisp (optional)
• Fresh cilantro
• Cooked rice
• Steamed broccoli, bagged salad, or cucumber shallot salad (recipe in notes)

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Instructions

1. Prep the Skewers (Optional):

   • Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.

2. Prepare the Beef:

   • In a bowl, mix the sliced skirt steak with soy sauce, garlic paste, ginger paste, salt, sugar, curry powder, and black pepper. For best flavor, marinate for 30-45 minutes (or at least 5-10 minutes if in a rush).

3. Skewer the Beef:

   • Thread the marinated beef strips onto soaked skewers, scrunching the meat along the length of each skewer. Place skewers on a parchment-lined baking sheet and top with additional black pepper.

4. Broil the Skewers:

   • Preheat the oven broiler on high. Position the oven rack 4-6 inches below the broiler. Broil the beef skewers for about 6 minutes, until caramelized on top and cooked through.

5. Finish and Serve:

   • Let the skewers rest for a few minutes. Brush the caramelized tops with pan juices, and drizzle with lime juice and fish sauce. Garnish with cilantro and chili crisp if desired.
   • Serve with rice and a side of cucumber shallot salad or steamed broccoli. Enjoy!

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Notes

Alternative Cooking Methods (Without Skewers):

• Air Fryer: Preheat to 450°F and air fry beef for 5-6 minutes. Keep beef in a single layer for optimal browning.
• Pan Searing: In a hot cast iron skillet, sear the beef for 3-4 minutes, undisturbed, until golden brown.
• Broiling (No Skewers): Broil beef strips directly on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 6 minutes.

Cucumber Shallot Salad Recipe:

• Thinly slice half a cucumber and one shallot. Toss with 1-2 teaspoons lime juice (or vinegar), a pinch of salt, pepper, and a little sugar. Let sit for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.

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Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 478
• Total Fat: 30.6g (39% DV)
• Cholesterol: 156.4mg (52% DV)
• Sodium: 1472.2mg (64% DV)
• Total Carbohydrate: 6.9g (2% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 0.6g (2% DV)
• Sugars: 3.9g
• Protein: 44.1g (88% DV)
• Vitamin A: 7µg (1% DV)
• Vitamin C: 1.3mg (1% DV)
• Iron: 8.9mg (50% DV)
• Potassium: 739.2mg (16% DV)

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These Garlic and Black Pepper Beef Skewers are the perfect blend of savory, spicy, and sweet, making for an irresistible dish served with rice and a refreshing cucumber salad!