Mozambican Beef Skewers (Espetadas de Carne Moçambicanas)

Espetadas de Carne Moçambicanas, or Mozambican Beef Skewers, are a popular dish in Mozambique known for their flavorful and tender beef. This recipe is perfect for a delicious and exotic meal that will transport you to the vibrant flavors of Mozambican cuisine.

Mozambican Beef Skewers (Espetadas de Carne Moçambicanas)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 large red onion, cut into chunks
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, white vinegar, minced garlic, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add the beef cubes to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the stovetop grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the marinated beef cubes, red onion chunks, and bell pepper chunks onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating the ingredients.
  5. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is cooked to your desired doneness and the vegetables are slightly charred.
  6. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Grill or stovetop grill pan Wooden skewers Bowl for marinating

Tools

Knife Cutting board Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Espetadas de Carne Moçambicanas with a side of fragrant Mozambican rice and a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can brush the skewers with the remaining marinade while grilling.

Cost

$20