Saharan Spiced Beef Kebabs

Saharan Spiced Beef Kebabs are a traditional dish from Western Saharan cuisine, featuring tender chunks of beef marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and grilled to perfection.

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Saharan Spiced Beef Kebabs

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the beef cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the marinated beef cubes onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
  5. Grill the kebabs for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is cooked to your desired doneness.
  6. Remove the kebabs 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
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Grill Skewers Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Saharan Spiced Beef Kebabs with couscous, grilled vegetables, and a dollop of yogurt sauce.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can brush the kebabs with a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and chopped fresh herbs before grilling.

Cost

$20