🌶️🐄🌿🍡 Spicy Lemongrass Beef Skewers
🍽️ Servings:
4 servings (about 4–5 skewers each)
⏰ Time:
Prep: 15 min
Marinate: 30 min to 2 hours
Cook: 8–10 min
Total: 45 min to 2 hours 10 min
🛒 Ingredients:
For the marinade:
1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced into strips (about 1-inch wide) 🐄
2 stalks lemongrass, finely chopped 🌿
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1-inch piece ginger, grated 🌿
2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar (or palm sugar)
1 tbsp lime juice 🍈
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1–2 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to spice preference) 🌶️
1/2 tsp ground cumin 🌿
1/2 tsp ground coriander 🌿
Salt and pepper to taste
For the dipping sauce (optional but recommended):
2 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp lime juice 🍈
1 tsp chili paste or sriracha (for a spicy kick) 🌶️
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
Fresh cilantro for garnish 🌿
🔥 Instructions:
1. Prepare the marinade 🌿
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, vegetable oil, red chili flakes, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Stir well to combine.
Season the marinade with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Marinate the beef 🐄
Add the thinly sliced beef strips to the marinade. Toss the beef in the marinade until evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to allow the flavors to infuse.
3. Prepare the skewers 🍡
If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 20 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
Thread the marinated beef strips onto the skewers, folding them into an accordion shape or arranging them in a straight line.
4. Grill the skewers 🔥
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Grill the beef skewers for 2–3 minutes per side, or until the beef is cooked to your desired level of doneness (medium-rare to medium is recommended for tenderness).
You can also broil the skewers in the oven if a grill isn't available. Just place them on a broiler pan and broil for 2–3 minutes per side.
5. Make the dipping sauce (optional but tasty) 🍋
While the beef is grilling, whisk together hoisin sauce, lime juice, chili paste (or sriracha), soy sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
Garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and flavor.
6. Serve and enjoy 🍽️
Once the beef skewers are done, serve them hot with the dipping sauce on the side. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
✨ Tips for Extra Flavor:
Beef alternatives: You can use chicken, shrimp, or even tofu if you prefer a different protein.
Veggie option: Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms to the skewers for extra texture and flavor.
Make it spicier: Increase the chili flakes in the marinade or add fresh sliced chilies to the dipping sauce for more heat.
Grill marks: For a nice smoky flavor, make sure the grill is hot before placing the skewers on it. The beef will sear better and get those beautiful grill marks.
🔥 A Bold and Flavorful Skewer:
These Spicy Lemongrass Beef Skewers are packed with bold flavors and the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and aromatic herbs. They're great for grilling season, BBQs, or as a fun appetizer to share with friends and family. 🌶️🐄🌿🍡