Tequila Marinated Beef Skewers
A delicious, protein-packed bite for game days, fall cookouts, and more!
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs beef tenderloin
- 4 6-inch bamboo skewers
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup shallots, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup good quality silver tequila
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper
Instructions
- Slice beef diagonally across the grain into ¼ inch slices. Thread each slice onto a bamboo skewer and place in a shallow pan.
- In a small bowl, combine lime juice and the remaining ingredients. Pour evenly over beef skewers. Cover, and refrigerate 30 minutes to 2 hours; turning occasionally.
- Preheat gas or charcoal grill to 400° F.
- Remove skewers and discard marinade. Place skewers on grates and cook for approximately 3-5 minutes per side or to desired degree of doneness.
Notes
TIFFY’S TIPS:
- For easier slicing, partially freeze the beef or have your butcher slice for you.
- Tenderloin is an excellent cut but you can also use more affordable cuts like strip steak, sirloin, or flank steak. Some cuts need longer marinade time to ensure tenderness.
- If you don’t have a grill, a grill pan will also provide excellent results.
- If serving as an appetizer I use 6-inch skewers and 8 or 10-inch if serving as a main course.
- I prefer using this gluten free tamari soy sauce.