Peruvian Beef Kabobs With Pepper Sauce Recipe

Fire up your grill for these incredibly flavorful Peruvian Beef Kabobs! Inspired by Cooking Light magazine, this recipe features tender marinated beef, perfectly charred on the grill, and topped with a vibrant, spicy pepper sauce. Get ready for a taste of the Andes in under 2 hours!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 186 mins
Calories 406.4 kcal
Protein 71g
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How to Make Peruvian Beef Kabobs With Pepper Sauce

  1. **Marinate the Beef:** In a large bowl, combine 1.5 lbs flank steak (thinly sliced against the grain), 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Toss well to coat.
  2. **Chill:** Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. **Prepare the Rub:** In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  4. **Assemble Kabobs:** Thread marinated beef onto metal skewers.
  5. **Preheat Grill:** Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  6. **Grill the Beef:** Place skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for approximately 6 minutes per side, or until the beef reaches your desired level of doneness, turning once.
  7. **Apply the Rub:** During the last 2 minutes of grilling, apply the rub generously to all sides of the kabobs.
  8. **Alternative Cooking Method:** For oven broiling, preheat your broiler. Place skewers on a baking sheet and broil for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  9. **Prepare the Pepper Sauce:** Preheat your broiler. Cut 2 large red bell peppers in half, remove seeds and membranes. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and broil for 15-20 minutes, or until skins are blackened.
  10. **Steam the Peppers:** Place the broiled peppers in a zip-top bag and seal tightly for 10 minutes. This will help loosen the skins.
  11. **Peel and Chop:** Peel and chop the peppers.
  12. **Blend the Sauce:** Combine the chopped peppers, 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped cilantro, 1 jalapeño (seeded and minced, optional), and 1/4 tsp salt in a blender. Blend until smooth.
  13. **Serve:** Serve the Peruvian Beef Kabobs immediately, drizzled generously with the spicy pepper sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

52 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

46g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peruvian Beef Kabobs With Pepper Sauce?

Peruvian Beef Kabobs With Pepper Sauce takes about 231 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 186 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peruvian Beef Kabobs With Pepper Sauce?

Peruvian Beef Kabobs With Pepper Sauce has approximately 406.4 calories per serving, with about 71 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 39 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peruvian Beef Kabobs With Pepper Sauce?

The key ingredients for Peruvian Beef Kabobs With Pepper Sauce are Sirloin Steaks, Red Wine Vinegar, Red Paprika, Salt, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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