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Crispy grilled beef skewers with fries and garden salad on a serving plate

Grilled Beef Skewers with Fries & Garden Salad

Marinated beef skewers grilled to perfection, served with crispy fries and a fresh garden salad, making it an ideal dish for gatherings and family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Skewers
  • 2 lbs beef sirloin, cut into cubes Look for bright red color and good marbling.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 6 wooden skewers, soaked in water Prevents burning on the grill.
For the Fries
  • 4 large potatoes, cut into fries Consider soaking in water for crispiness.
  • Vegetable oil for frying
For the Salad
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 2 large tomatoes, sliced
  • 1/2 large red onion, thinly sliced

Method
 

Marinate the Beef
  1. In a large bowl, combine the beef cubes, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Allow the beef to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Skewers
  1. Thread the marinated beef cubes onto soaked skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces.
Cook the Fries
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or fryer. Fry or bake the potatoes until they are golden and crispy, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Grill the Skewers
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the beef skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until charred.
Assemble the Plate
  1. Arrange the grilled beef skewers alongside the crispy fries, shredded lettuce, tomato slices, and thinly sliced red onion on a large serving dish.

Notes

Serve with creamy dipping sauces like garlic aioli or tzatziki. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.