A Grill Master’s Delight
Introduction
Transform your backyard into an Argentine steakhouse with these sizzling beef skewers. Paired with a punchy, herb-loaded chimichurri, this recipe brings bold flavors to your table without fancy techniques.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Makes grilling look effortless
- Uses simple pantry spices
- Perfect for date night
- No marinating required
- Sauce doubles as a marinade
- Easy to scale up or down
- Impresses without stress
- Weeknight-friendly
Ingredients
The Skewers:
- 1½ pounds beef cubes (sirloin or ribeye)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon each: cumin, coriander
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- Sea salt and pepper
- 6 metal skewers (or wooden, soaked)
Garden-Fresh Chimichurri:
- 1 bunch flat parsley
- ½ bunch fresh oregano
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 green chili
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- ⅔ cup good olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- Cracked black pepper
Instructions
1. Beef Prep:
- Pat meat dry.
- Toss with oil and spices.
- Thread loosely on skewers.
- Let sit while making sauce.
2. Chimichurri Creation:
- Chop herbs by hand.
- Mix with minced garlic.
- Add vinegar, then oil.
- Season gradually.
- Rest 15 minutes.
3. Grilling:
- Heat grill until smoking.
- Place skewers down.
- Turn once only.
- Rest before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Perfect Pairings:
- Charred sweet peppers
- Grilled flatbread
- Lemon-dressed greens
- Roasted fingerlings
- Cold beer or Malbec
Storage Smarts
- Sauce: 3 days chilled
- Cooked beef: 2 days max
- Bring sauce to room temp
- Store herbs in stems
- Keep oil and herbs separate
Pro Tips
- Sharp knife for herbs.
- Room temp meat.
- Don’t crowd skewers.
- Check grill heat zones.
- Season just before grilling.
FAQs
Q: Indoor cooking?
A: Cast iron works great.
Q: Too herby?
A: Adjust herbs to taste.
Q: Quick version?
A: Use prepared garlic.
Q: Best beef choice?
A: Anything tender works.
Q: Make ahead?
A: Sauce yes, meat no.
This recipe celebrates the beauty of simple ingredients done right. The key lies in letting quality beef shine while the fresh chimichurri adds a punch of flavor. Whether you’re new to grilling or a seasoned pro, these skewers deliver maximum flavor with minimum fuss. Perfect for everything from casual cookouts to dinner parties under the stars.
