Angolan Marinated Beef Skewers (muzongué)
Angolan Marinated Beef Skewers, also known as Muzongué, are a popular dish in Angolan cuisine. The beef is marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices and then skewered before being cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef, cut into cubes
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the chopped onion, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, paprika, cumin, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
- Add the beef cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated beef cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers.
- Grill the skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the beef is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Grill Bowl for marinating
Tools
Wooden skewers Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve the Angolan Marinated Beef Skewers with a side of rice and a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can brush the skewers with the remaining marinade while grilling.
Cost
$15