Description
These Marinated Greek Beef Souvlaki Skewers are a delicious and flavorful dish perfect for grilling. The beef is marinated in a mixture of lemon, garlic, and herbs, then threaded onto skewers with colorful bell peppers and onions.
Ingredients
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For the Beef Souvlaki & marinade:
- 1 kg top sirloin beef cut in chunks (35 oz.)
- 2 tsps mustard
- 1–2 tsps honey
- juice of 1 lemon
- zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 tsp hot paprika
- 6 tbsps olive oil
- salt to taste
- freshly ground black and pink peppercorns (to taste)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsps fresh thyme
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
For assembling the beef skewers:
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper
- 9–10 wooden skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the beef: Cut the beef into cubes and set aside.
- Make the marinade: Combine all marinade ingredients with the beef, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare vegetables: Cut peppers and onions, toss with oil, and season.
- Thread skewers: Alternate beef, peppers, and onions on skewers.
- Cook skewers: Grill skewers for 8 minutes, turning every 2 minutes.
- Rest and serve: Let skewers rest before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the beef overnight.
- Soak wooden skewers before grilling to prevent burning.