Grilled Southwestern Shish Kebabs: A Delicious Twist on Traditional Kebabs

These Grilled Southwestern Shish Kebabs are packed with bold flavors and are perfect for outdoor gatherings. Tender pieces of marinated beef, colorful bell peppers, onions, and zucchini are skewered and grilled to perfection. The marinade combines a blend of smoky spices, tangy lime juice, and spicy jalapenos, adding a Southwestern twist to this classic dish. Serve these kebabs with a side of rice and a refreshing salsa for a complete and satisfying meal. With only 20 minutes of preparation time, these kebabs are a quick and delicious option for any weeknight dinner or weekend cookout.

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 red onion, cut into wedges
• 2 zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Wooden or metal skewers, soaked in water if using wooden skewers

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, minced jalapeno, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
2. Add the beef sirloin cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Allow the meat to marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for enhanced flavor.
3. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated beef, bell peppers, onions, and zucchini onto the skewers, alternating between the ingredients.
5. Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the beef is cooked to your desired level of doneness and the vegetables are tender, turning occasionally.
6. Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
7. Serve the Grilled Southwestern Shish Kebabs with rice and salsa on the side.
8. Enjoy!

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