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shish kabobs
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5 from 2 votes

Juicy Shish Kabobs

Delicious, juicy, Middle Eastern shish kabobs.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Resting Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 25 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Assyrian, Middle Eastern
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 330kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. beef or lamb cubed
  • 1 small yellow onion divide in half
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoon red wine
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • teaspoon allspice
  • teaspoon Middle Eastern seven spice
  • 1 red or green bell pepper
  • 2 teaspoon sumac

Instructions

  • Add the following to a food processor: Onion, garlic, red wine, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, allspice, and seven spice. Pulse until there are no chunks remaining.
  • Pour the marinade over the meat. Cube onion and bell pepper and mix in with the meat mixture. Marinate for at least four hours.
  • Skewer the meat on metal skewers, alternating with the onions and peppers.
  •  Sprinkle the skewered meat and vegetables with 2 teaspoons of sumac spice. Barbecue over medium-high heat until the meat is cooked to your liking. Medium-rare to medium is how I like it.

Notes

  • Other steak options include top sirloin and beef tenderloin. Avoid stew meat which is meant to be slow-cooked for a long period.
  • Serve shish kebabs with hummus, or tahini sauce on the side.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for about a week.

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 24g | Sodium: 670mg | Fiber: 1g