Jul 14 2026

Beef Kebab Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Grilled beef skewers served with rice.

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Ingredients

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For the Beef Kebab

For the Rice

Method

Preparing the Beef Kebab

  1. 1

    Cut the Beef

    Trim any excess fat from the beef sirloin and cut it into 1-inch cubes.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Beef

    In a large bowl, combine the cubed beef, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to coat the beef evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for better flavor.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Skewers

    If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. If using metal skewers, they can be used directly.

  4. 4

    Skewer the Beef

    Thread the marinated beef cubes onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.

  5. 5

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C).

  6. 6

    Grill the Skewers

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

Cooking the Rice

  1. 7

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

  2. 8

    Cook the Rice

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

  3. 9

    Simmer the Rice

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

  4. 10

    Fluff the Rice

    Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then, fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

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