Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEl AztecaAlambres Recipe

Alambres Recipe

Inspired by El Azteca
Time1h
Serves4

Steak, chicken, scallop, shrimp, onion, and bell pepper skewers served with rice, lettuce, guac, sour cream, tomato, and tortillas.

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Ingredients

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Skewers

Sides

Method

Preparation of Skewers

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Cut the steak, chicken, scallops, and shrimp into bite-sized pieces. Slice the onion and bell pepper into thick strips.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Meat

    In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the steak, chicken, scallops, and shrimp. Toss to coat and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Skewers

    Thread the marinated meats and the vegetables onto skewers, alternating between types of meat and vegetables.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Grill the Skewers

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and slightly charred.

  2. 5

    Cook the Rice

    While the skewers are grilling, cook the rice according to package instructions. Typically, combine 1 cup of rice with 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover until the rice is tender.

Serving

  1. 6

    Prepare the Plates

    Once the skewers are cooked, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Meanwhile, chop the tomato and prepare the lettuce, guacamole, and sour cream.

  2. 7

    Serve

    On each plate, serve a portion of rice, a few skewers, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream, tomato, and warm tortillas on the side.

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