A recipe using boneless top sirloin steak is always worth checking out. This versatile beef cut is available in most supermarkets, and it’s usually moderately priced compared to other premium steaks.
It also meets government guidelines for lean; it can be cooked as one large steak or cut into individual portions, strips for stir fry, or cubes for kebabs as here.
This beef and pepper kebab recipe can be made in about half an hour. It would make a cozy dinner for two, as written, or you can double the ingredients for entertaining a larger group.
To make the kebabs, you briefly marinate beef cubes, mushrooms and bell pepper pieces in a lemon-honey-Dijon mustard mixture seasoned with oregano and pepper. The skewers cook in 8 to 10 minutes under the broiler, so kitchen time is kept to a minimum. Complement the skewers with rice or couscous. Serve a mixed green salad to start and a favorite dessert to round out a simple but tasty meal.
Cook’s tip: If you’re using wooden skewers, soak them in water 10 minutes before using.
Beef and pepper kebabs
This recipe is from the Cattlemen’s Beef Board and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. More recipes are available on the Web (www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com).
The total preparation and cooking time is 25 minutes.
1/2 pound boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 inch thick
1 small green, red or yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 large mushrooms
MARINADE:
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons water
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed
⅛ teaspoon pepper
Preheat broiler.
Cut beef steak into 1-inch pieces. In large bowl, whisk together marinade ingredients; add beef, tossing to coat. Alternately thread pieces of beef, bell pepper and mushrooms on each of two 12-inch skewers.
Place kebabs on rack in broiler pan so surface of beef is 3 to 4 inches from heat. Broil 8 to 10 minutes for medium-rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally. Season with salt, if desired. Makes 2 servings.
Nutrition information per serving: 267 calories, 35 grams protein, 4 grams carbohydrates, 12 grams fat, 106 milligrams sodium, 99 milligrams cholesterol.
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