Shish Kabob Meat Marinade Recipe

Fire up the grill for incredibly juicy and flavorful shish kabobs! This easy marinade recipe is perfect for beef, pork, or chicken, infusing your meat with delicious taste in just 8 hours. Ideal for about a pound of meat cut into nice-sized chunks. Use leftover marinade to baste your meat and veggies for extra flavor during grilling. Marinating time is also your cooking time!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 485 mins
Calories 332.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Shish Kabob Meat Marinade

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How to Make Shish Kabob Meat Marinade

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
  2. Place 1 pound of your chosen meat (beef, pork, or chicken) cut into 1-inch cubes into a heavy-duty zip-top bag.
  3. Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  4. Seal the bag tightly, pressing out excess air. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  6. Thread marinated meat onto skewers, alternating with your favorite vegetables (onions, peppers, zucchini, etc.).
  7. Grill kabobs for approximately 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, basting with reserved marinade, until the meat is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) for poultry, 160°F (71°C) for pork and 145°F (63°C) for beef.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

23g

Carbs

1g