Citrus Spiced BBQ Beef Skewers Citrus Spiced BBQ Beef Skewers

Citrus Spiced BBQ Beef Skewers

These zesty skewers use cubed siloin rump or topside beef cubes - great on the barbecue or the grill.

prep time
10 mins

cook time
7 minutes

serves
4 people

Based on a 2cm thick steak

To Cook Rare: 2½ minutes on each side

To Cook Medium: 4 minutes on each side

To Cook Well Done: 6 minutes on each side

Ingredients

  • 450g lean beef sirloin, rump or topside steaks, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon ground paprika
  • Grated zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • Grated zest and juice of ½ lemon
  • Small handful freshly chopped mint
  • 100g bag watercress or rocket leaves
  • 1 fennel bulb, finely sliced
  • 1 small cucumber, chopped
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 fresh lime

Method

  1. Thread the steaks onto 4 short metal or wooden skewers. In a small bowl mix together the paprika, lemon, oregano and cumin with the olive oil and brush over the skewers. If time allows, marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  2. For the yogurt dressing, mix together the yogurt, lemon juice and the mint. Season.
  3. For the salad mix together watercress or rocket leaves, fennel, and cucumber, and toss with the olive oil and lime. Season and chill until required.
  4. Grill on a rack or barbecue according to preference under a moderate heat.
  5. Serve the skewers with the salad, yogurt dressing and potato wedges.