Name: Grilled Beef Shish Kabobs
Prep time: 4 h
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 4 h
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1½ pounds top sirloin steak; ¼ cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 garlic cloves (grated); 1 teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1 red bell pepper (cut into 1½-inch pieces); 1 sweet onion (cut into chunks); 1 zucchini (cut into thick slices)

There’s just something about food on a stick that makes everyone excited for dinner. These kabobs are loaded with juicy steak, bell peppers, onion, and zucchini but you can customize them with your favorite vegetables. The simple marinade helps tenderize the beef while adding incredible flavor.

The Best Beef For Shish Kabobs

For tender kabobs, chose a cut of beef that grills well. Cut the beef into 1 1/2-inch cubes so that it cooks evenly and stays juicy. Some excellent choices include:

Sirloin Steak
Tenderloin
New York Strip Steak
Ribeye Steak

Grilled Beef Shish Kabobs on a serving platter and a bowl full of rice.

Vegetable Options

One of the best things about shish kabobs is how versatile they are Try using:

Bell Peppers (any color)
Onion- Red, Sweet or Yellow
Mushrooms
Cherry Tomatoes
Zucchini or Yellow Squash
Baby Potatoes- boil them until tender first.

Marinate The Beef

Marinate the beef for at least 2 hours and preferably 4 to 6 hours for maximum flavor.

Close-up of Beef Shish Kabobs on a serving plate.

What To Serve With Beef Shish Kabobs

Wooden Skewers

If using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to help prevent burning.

Grilling Time

There are many variables that will affect grilling time: heat of grill, size of steak pieces, how well done you want the meat, etc. Aim to have the grill at medium-high heat (400 to 450 degrees). The kabobs will take anywhere between 8 to 15 minutes. They should be nicely browned and charred on the edges and feel slightly firm, but still have some give when pressed on.

Recipe Tip

If you like your beef medium-rare, and your veggies pretty well done, you are better off putting them on separate skewers. Do a few all beef skewers and a few all veggie skewers.