Description
These Ava’s Birthday Beef Skewers are a crowd‑pleasing grilled appetizer featuring tender smoked beef cubes marinated in olive oil, soy sauce, and grape juice. The quick 15‑minute prep and 12‑minute grill time deliver juicy, caramelized bites perfect for birthday parties, backyard gatherings, or any celebration. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for a flavorful, easy‑to‑make protein option that adds festive flair to any menu. They pair with salads, veggies, or a sparkling grape juice drink.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked beef, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons grape juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
Instructions
- Combine olive oil, soy sauce, grape juice, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add smoked beef cubes, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat grill to medium‑high heat.
- Thread marinated beef onto skewers.
- Grill 10‑12 minutes, turning occasionally, until desired doneness.
- Let rest briefly, then serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor
- baste with remaining marinade during the last few minutes of grilling. Rest the skewers for 3‑5 minutes before serving to retain juices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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