Get ready to transform your ordinary grilling routine into a culinary adventure that will have your taste buds dancing! These Honey Mustard Beef Kabobs are not just a meal; they're a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that will make you the star of any backyard barbecue. Imagine tender beef cubes glazed with a golden honey mustard marinade, charred to perfection and interspersed with caramelized bell peppers and onions – this recipe is about to become your new summer grilling obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef sirloin, cubed
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, cut into chunks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers (soaked if wooden)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey and Dijon mustard until thoroughly combined to create the marinade.
- Cut beef sirloin into uniform 1-inch cubes, ensuring each piece is roughly the same size for even cooking.
- Chop bell pepper and onion into similar-sized chunks that match the beef cube dimensions.
- Place beef cubes into the honey mustard marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20-30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, around 400-450°F.
- Thread marinated beef, bell pepper, and onion chunks alternately onto skewers, leaving a small space between each ingredient for even cooking.
- Season assembled kabobs with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Grill kabobs for 4-5 minutes per side, rotating to ensure even charring and cooking to desired doneness (recommended medium-rare to medium).
- Remove kabobs from grill and let rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
Tips
- Marination is Key: Don't rush the marinating process. Let the beef soak in the honey mustard mixture for at least 30 minutes, but no more than 2 hours to prevent the meat from becoming too soft.
- Uniform Cutting: Ensure all your beef cubes and vegetable chunks are roughly the same size to guarantee even cooking and a professional-looking presentation.
- Skewer Strategy: Leave a small space between ingredients on the skewer to allow heat to circulate and promote even cooking.
- Heat Management: Maintain a medium-high grill temperature (400-450°F) for perfect caramelization without burning.
- Rest and Relax: Always let your kabobs rest for 3-5 minutes after grilling to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness and flavor.
- Optional Garnish: Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro can add a bright, fresh finish to your kabobs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 294kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 50mg
