This Persian shish kabob recipe is simple but tasty. The beef is marinated in a mixture of lime juice and onion, seasoned with salt and pepper, and grilled. Serve with a Persian-style pilaf.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef tenderloin
- 1 onion , chopped
- 0.13 cups fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
Instructions
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1
Cut beef into 1x1/2-inch cubes and place in a large bowl. Add onion, lime juice, salt, and black pepper; mix well. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.
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Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
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3
Thread beef on skewers, 6 to 8 pieces per skewer. Discard any excess marinade.
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Cook beef skewers on the preheated grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side, 12 to 16 minutes in total. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of beef should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts
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