Grilled Beef and Vegetable Skewers

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 bell peppers, cut into chunks 2 bell peppers, cut into chunks
• 1 large onion, cut into chunks 1 large onion, cut into chunks
• 200g (7 oz) mushrooms, whole or halved 200g (7 oz) mushrooms, whole or halved
• 2 zucchinis, sliced into rounds 2 zucchinis, sliced into rounds
• 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 6g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Mix well to make the marinade.
2. 2.
   Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade and toss to coat. Allow the beef to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
3. 3.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Thread the marinated beef, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and zucchinis onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between the ingredients.
5. 5.
   Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the beef is cooked to your desired level of doneness and the vegetables are tender.
6. 6.
   Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
7. 7.
   Serve the Grilled Beef and Vegetable Skewers hot as an appetizer or main course.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef — Choose a tender cut of beef like sirloin for the best results. If the beef is not thinly sliced, you can partially freeze it for easier slicing.
• Wooden skewers — Soaking the wooden skewers in water before grilling prevents them from burning during cooking.

Tips & Tricks

• For added flavor, you can brush the skewers with the marinade while grilling.
• If you prefer spicier skewers, add a teaspoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste) to the marinade.
• Feel free to customize the vegetable selection based on your preferences and seasonal availability.
• If using metal skewers, be cautious as they can get hot during grilling.
• Serve the skewers with a side of steamed rice and a dipping sauce like ssamjang or soy sauce with a squeeze of lemon.

Serving advice

Serve the Grilled Beef and Vegetable Skewers as a main course with a side of steamed rice and a fresh salad. Alternatively, they can be served as an appetizer at a Korean-themed gathering or barbecue.

Presentation advice

Arrange the skewers on a platter, garnishing with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for an attractive presentation. Serve alongside a colorful salad or banchan (Korean side dishes) to create a visually appealing spread.