Jul 13 2026
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Beef Kebab Recipe

Inspired by Ali Baba
Time1h
Serves4

Grilled beef skewers served with rice and salad.

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Ingredients

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Beef Kebab

Rice

Salad

Method

Preparation of Beef Kebab

  1. 1

    Marinate the Beef

    Cut the beef sirloin into 1-inch cubes and place them in a bowl. Add olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the beef evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight.

  2. 2

    Prepare Skewers

    If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Once marinated, thread the beef cubes onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.

Cooking the Beef Kebab

  1. 3

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Grill the Kebabs

    Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is cooked to your desired doneness.

Cooking the Rice

  1. 5

    Prepare the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, combine the long-grain rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.

  2. 6

    Simmer the Rice

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Preparing the Salad

  1. 7

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the cucumber, tomatoes, and slice the red onion thinly. Combine them in a bowl.

  2. 8

    Dress the Salad

    Add lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss gently to mix.

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