Carne Guisada Recipe

Carne Guisada has always been one of my favorite dishes to order at a Mexican restaurant, so I made my own version for the Instant Pot! It turned out fantastic and tastes absolutely authentic!

Why You’ll Love This Flavorful Beef Dish

• Tender, fall-apart beef thanks to the pressure cooker’s ability to break down tougher cuts in a fraction of the time.
• Rich, savory gravy infused with tomatoes, spices, and aromatics for deep, comforting flavor.
• Hands-off cooking once everything is in the pot. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or low-effort dinners.
• Customizable heat level , allowing you to make it mild, medium, or spicy depending on your taste.

Instant Pot Carne Guisada delivers rich, tender, boldly seasoned comfort food in a fast, easy, and dependable way every single time.

Where Can You Find Authentic Carne Guisada?

Carne Guisada is a dish found commonly in Latin America as a staple of comfort food. However, the flavors of this beef stew transcend its origins and you can find delicious versions of it in parts of the United States as well.

What Is The Difference Between Carne Asada And Carne Guisada?

Though they’re both Mexican beef recipes , they vary quite wildly. Carne Asada is typically a skirt steak that has been marinated in lime juice, various Mexican seasonings and cut into long strips. Carne Guisada , on the other hand, is typically made from beef stew meat, has various veggies and is more of a Mexican stew .

Want more exciting recipes that use Beef Stew Meat? Try these delicious beef stew recipes .

What Is Carne Guisada Made Of?

This Mexican beef stew recipe is pretty straight forward. It combines the following ingredients to make one very delicious and satisfying main dish that you and your family are going to love.

• 1 pound Beef Stew Meat - This is the hearty base of the dish. The large chunks of beef become tender and flavorful under pressure, absorbing the spices and cooking down into a rich, savory gravy.
• 1/2 Onion - Onion adds aromatic depth and sweetness as it softens and melts into the sauce. It helps build the foundational flavor of the guisada.
• 1 Red Bell Pepper - Bell pepper adds mild sweetness, color, and moisture. It breaks down into the gravy and contributes to the classic Tex-Mex flavor profile.
• 2 Tomatoes - Tomatoes provide acidity, richness, and body to the sauce. They help create the thick, flavorful gravy that carne guisada is known for.
• 3 cloves Garlic - Garlic adds robust aromatic depth and enhances the savory complexity of the dish.
• 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin - Cumin offers warm, earthy flavor and is essential to the signature Tex-Mex taste of carne guisada.
• 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano - Oregano brings herbal notes that balance the richness of the beef and deepen the flavor of the gravy.
• 1–2 teaspoons Salt - Salt enhances all the flavors in the dish and seasons both the beef and the gravy. The range allows you to adjust based on taste.
• 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper - Black pepper adds mild heat and a sharp undertone that complements the deeper spices.
• 1 teaspoon Ancho Chile Powder - Ancho chile powder provides smoky, mildly spicy, slightly sweet depth. It’s an essential flavor in traditional carne guisada.
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika - Smoked paprika adds a warm, smoky aroma and deepens the color and flavor of the gravy.
• 3/4 cup Water - Water creates the cooking liquid needed for pressure cooking and forms the base of the gravy. It absorbs the flavors of the vegetables and spices as the beef cooks.
• 1 tablespoon Corn Flour - Corn flour (or masa harina) thickens the gravy and adds a subtle, authentic corn flavor that enhances the traditional Tex-Mex profile of the dish.

How To MakeInstant PotCarne Guisada

1. Blend. Blend together everything but the beef, water, and cornstarch.
2. Place. Place beef cubes into your Instant Pot and cover with the blended veggies.
3. Add Water. Use the 3/4 cup water to wash out the blender and pour that into your pot.
4. Pressure Cook. Cook at High Pressure for 20 minutes, and release pressure quickly
5. Boil. Turn your pot on to Sauté and get the stew on a full boil. If you have a lot of liquid, boil for 5-10 minutes to reduce the liquid.
6. Thicken. Make a cornstarch slurry (mix the corn flour with some water), and pour it into the boiling stew and stir until it thickens.

How To Make Slow Cooker Carne Guisada

1. Blend together everything but the beef, water, and corn flour.
2. Place beef cubes into your slow cooker and cover with the blended veggies.
3. Use the 3/4 cup water to wash out the blender and pour that into your crockpot.
4. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours or until the meat is tender.
5. Make a cornstarch slurry (mix the cornstarch with water), and pour it into the boiling stew and stir until it thickens

Tips and Tricks

For the most tender beef and richest gravy, follow these tried-and-true tips to get the best results from your Instant Pot carne guisada:

• Use an immersion blender to blend the vegetables before cooking. It’s easier than picking the meat out.
• Serve with refried beans or rice if you’re not counting carbs.
• Make delicious Guisado tacos.

Variations

If you love classic carne guisada but want to change things up, try these delicious variations that adjust the flavor, heat level, or ingredients while keeping the dish rich and comforting:

• Spicy Carne Guisada - Add jalapeños, serranos, chipotle peppers in adobo, or extra ancho chile powder for more heat.
• Green Chile Carne Guisada - Swap the tomatoes for canned green chiles or tomatillos and use green chile powder for a tangy, vibrant version.
• Beer-Braised Carne Guisada - Replace part of the cooking liquid with Mexican beer to add depth, richness, and subtle malty sweetness.

What To Eat With Carne Guisada

Carne guisada is incredibly versatile, and these sides and accompaniments help soak up the flavorful gravy and turn it into a complete, satisfying meal:

• Flour Tortillas - Soft, warm tortillas are perfect for scooping up the beef and soaking in the sauce.
• Mexican Rice - A classic side that balances the richness with fluffy, seasoned grains.
• Refried Beans - Creamy beans complement the bold flavors of the guisada and make the meal heartier.
• Cilantro Lime Rice - Bright and citrusy, this rice cuts through the richness of the stew.

How Long Does It Last?

Instant Pot carne guisada lasts 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator when stored properly in an airtight container.

The tender beef and thick, savory gravy hold up well, and the flavors often deepen as it sits, making the leftovers even more delicious.

Can You Freeze It?

Yes, you can definitely freeze carne guisada. In fact, it freezes very well thanks to its rich gravy and tender chunks of beef.

Allow the stew to cool completely, then transfer it to airtight containers or freezer-safe bags, leaving a little room for expansion.

Carne guisada will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months without losing flavor. When you’re ready to enjoy it, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Other Authentic Mexican Recipes

After 32 years in Texas, I have a ton of easy, authentic Mexican Recipes you should check out. They may not be made in traditional ways, but they taste authentic because #RuthlessEfficiency!

Here are some Fan Favorites:

• Air Fryer Taco Meatballs
• Instant Pot Tamale Pie
• Instant Pot Tortilla Soup
• Keto Tacos De Alambre
• Air Fryer Queso fundido
• Air Fryer Chile Rellenos
• Ropa De Vieja
• Arroz Con Pollo
• Caldo De Res
• Caldo De Pollo Con Arroz
• Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

So the next time you’re looking to mix it up on Mexican night, give my Carne Guisada recipe a try! It’s deliciously savory, comforting, and it’s sure to be a hit at the dinner table.

Carne Guisada Recipe | Instant Pot Carne Guisada

Ingredients

• ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) Beef Stew Meat , chopped into large pieces
• ▢ 1/2 ( 0.5 ) Onion , chopped
• ▢ 1 ( 1 ) Red Bell Pepper , chopped
• ▢ 2 ( 2 ) Tomatoes , chopped
• ▢ 3 cloves ( 3 cloves ) Garlic , chopped
• ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Ground Cumin
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoons ( 0.5 teaspoons ) Dried Oregano
• ▢ 1-2 teaspoons ( 1 teaspoons ) Kosher Salt
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Ground Black Pepper
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Ancho Chile Powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Smoked Paprika
• ▢ 3/4 cup ( 187.5 g ) Water
• ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Corn Flour

Instructions

• Blend together everything but the beef, water, and cornstarch.
• Place beef cubes into your Instant Pot and cover with the blended veggies.
• Use the 3/4 cup water to wash out the blender and pour that into your pot.
• Cook at High Pressure for 20 minutes, and release pressure quickly
• Turn your pot on to Sauté and get the stew on a full boil. If you have a lot of liquid, boil for 5-10 minutes to reduce the liquid.
• Make a cornstarch slurry (mix the corn flour with some water), and pour it into the boiling stew and stir until it thickens.

How To Make Slow Cooker Carne Guisada

1. Blend together everything but the beef, water, and corn flour.
2. Place beef cubes into your slow cooker and cover with the blended veggies.
3. Use the 3/4 cup water to wash out the blender and pour that into your crockpot.
4. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours or until the meat is tender.
5. Make a cornstarch slurry (mix the cornstarch with water), and pour it into the boiling stew and stir until it thickens

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Carne Guisada has always been one of my favorite dishes to order at a Mexican restaurant, so I made my own version for the Instant Pot! It turned out fantastic and tastes absolutely authentic!

Why You’ll Love This Flavorful Beef Dish

• Tender, fall-apart beef thanks to the pressure cooker’s ability to break down tougher cuts in a fraction of the time.
• Rich, savory gravy infused with tomatoes, spices, and aromatics for deep, comforting flavor.
• Hands-off cooking once everything is in the pot. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or low-effort dinners.
• Customizable heat level , allowing you to make it mild, medium, or spicy depending on your taste.

Instant Pot Carne Guisada delivers rich, tender, boldly seasoned comfort food in a fast, easy, and dependable way every single time.

Where Can You Find Authentic Carne Guisada?

Carne Guisada is a dish found commonly in Latin America as a staple of comfort food. However, the flavors of this beef stew transcend its origins and you can find delicious versions of it in parts of the United States as well.

What Is The Difference Between Carne Asada And Carne Guisada?

Though they’re both Mexican beef recipes , they vary quite wildly. Carne Asada is typically a skirt steak that has been marinated in lime juice, various Mexican seasonings and cut into long strips. Carne Guisada , on the other hand, is typically made from beef stew meat, has various veggies and is more of a Mexican stew .

Want more exciting recipes that use Beef Stew Meat? Try these delicious beef stew recipes .

What Is Carne Guisada Made Of?

This Mexican beef stew recipe is pretty straight forward. It combines the following ingredients to make one very delicious and satisfying main dish that you and your family are going to love.

• 1 pound Beef Stew Meat - This is the hearty base of the dish. The large chunks of beef become tender and flavorful under pressure, absorbing the spices and cooking down into a rich, savory gravy.
• 1/2 Onion - Onion adds aromatic depth and sweetness as it softens and melts into the sauce. It helps build the foundational flavor of the guisada.
• 1 Red Bell Pepper - Bell pepper adds mild sweetness, color, and moisture. It breaks down into the gravy and contributes to the classic Tex-Mex flavor profile.
• 2 Tomatoes - Tomatoes provide acidity, richness, and body to the sauce. They help create the thick, flavorful gravy that carne guisada is known for.
• 3 cloves Garlic - Garlic adds robust aromatic depth and enhances the savory complexity of the dish.
• 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin - Cumin offers warm, earthy flavor and is essential to the signature Tex-Mex taste of carne guisada.
• 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano - Oregano brings herbal notes that balance the richness of the beef and deepen the flavor of the gravy.
• 1–2 teaspoons Salt - Salt enhances all the flavors in the dish and seasons both the beef and the gravy. The range allows you to adjust based on taste.
• 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper - Black pepper adds mild heat and a sharp undertone that complements the deeper spices.
• 1 teaspoon Ancho Chile Powder - Ancho chile powder provides smoky, mildly spicy, slightly sweet depth. It’s an essential flavor in traditional carne guisada.
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika - Smoked paprika adds a warm, smoky aroma and deepens the color and flavor of the gravy.
• 3/4 cup Water - Water creates the cooking liquid needed for pressure cooking and forms the base of the gravy. It absorbs the flavors of the vegetables and spices as the beef cooks.
• 1 tablespoon Corn Flour - Corn flour (or masa harina) thickens the gravy and adds a subtle, authentic corn flavor that enhances the traditional Tex-Mex profile of the dish.

How To MakeInstant PotCarne Guisada

1. Blend. Blend together everything but the beef, water, and cornstarch.
2. Place. Place beef cubes into your Instant Pot and cover with the blended veggies.
3. Add Water. Use the 3/4 cup water to wash out the blender and pour that into your pot.
4. Pressure Cook. Cook at High Pressure for 20 minutes, and release pressure quickly
5. Boil. Turn your pot on to Sauté and get the stew on a full boil. If you have a lot of liquid, boil for 5-10 minutes to reduce the liquid.
6. Thicken. Make a cornstarch slurry (mix the corn flour with some water), and pour it into the boiling stew and stir until it thickens.

How To Make Slow Cooker Carne Guisada

1. Blend together everything but the beef, water, and corn flour.
2. Place beef cubes into your slow cooker and cover with the blended veggies.
3. Use the 3/4 cup water to wash out the blender and pour that into your crockpot.
4. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours or until the meat is tender.
5. Make a cornstarch slurry (mix the cornstarch with water), and pour it into the boiling stew and stir until it thickens

Tips and Tricks

For the most tender beef and richest gravy, follow these tried-and-true tips to get the best results from your Instant Pot carne guisada:

• Use an immersion blender to blend the vegetables before cooking. It’s easier than picking the meat out.
• Serve with refried beans or rice if you’re not counting carbs.
• Make delicious Guisado tacos.

Variations

If you love classic carne guisada but want to change things up, try these delicious variations that adjust the flavor, heat level, or ingredients while keeping the dish rich and comforting:

• Spicy Carne Guisada - Add jalapeños, serranos, chipotle peppers in adobo, or extra ancho chile powder for more heat.
• Green Chile Carne Guisada - Swap the tomatoes for canned green chiles or tomatillos and use green chile powder for a tangy, vibrant version.
• Beer-Braised Carne Guisada - Replace part of the cooking liquid with Mexican beer to add depth, richness, and subtle malty sweetness.

What To Eat With Carne Guisada

Carne guisada is incredibly versatile, and these sides and accompaniments help soak up the flavorful gravy and turn it into a complete, satisfying meal:

• Flour Tortillas - Soft, warm tortillas are perfect for scooping up the beef and soaking in the sauce.
• Mexican Rice - A classic side that balances the richness with fluffy, seasoned grains.
• Refried Beans - Creamy beans complement the bold flavors of the guisada and make the meal heartier.
• Cilantro Lime Rice - Bright and citrusy, this rice cuts through the richness of the stew.

How Long Does It Last?

Instant Pot carne guisada lasts 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator when stored properly in an airtight container.

The tender beef and thick, savory gravy hold up well, and the flavors often deepen as it sits, making the leftovers even more delicious.

Can You Freeze It?

Yes, you can definitely freeze carne guisada. In fact, it freezes very well thanks to its rich gravy and tender chunks of beef.

Allow the stew to cool completely, then transfer it to airtight containers or freezer-safe bags, leaving a little room for expansion.

Carne guisada will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months without losing flavor. When you’re ready to enjoy it, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Other Authentic Mexican Recipes

After 32 years in Texas, I have a ton of easy, authentic Mexican Recipes you should check out. They may not be made in traditional ways, but they taste authentic because #RuthlessEfficiency!

Here are some Fan Favorites:

• Air Fryer Taco Meatballs
• Instant Pot Tamale Pie
• Instant Pot Tortilla Soup
• Keto Tacos De Alambre
• Air Fryer Queso fundido
• Air Fryer Chile Rellenos
• Ropa De Vieja
• Arroz Con Pollo
• Caldo De Res
• Caldo De Pollo Con Arroz
• Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

So the next time you’re looking to mix it up on Mexican night, give my Carne Guisada recipe a try! It’s deliciously savory, comforting, and it’s sure to be a hit at the dinner table.

Carne Guisada Recipe | Instant Pot Carne Guisada

Ingredients

• ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) Beef Stew Meat , chopped into large pieces
• ▢ 1/2 ( 0.5 ) Onion , chopped
• ▢ 1 ( 1 ) Red Bell Pepper , chopped
• ▢ 2 ( 2 ) Tomatoes , chopped
• ▢ 3 cloves ( 3 cloves ) Garlic , chopped
• ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Ground Cumin
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoons ( 0.5 teaspoons ) Dried Oregano
• ▢ 1-2 teaspoons ( 1 teaspoons ) Kosher Salt
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Ground Black Pepper
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Ancho Chile Powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Smoked Paprika
• ▢ 3/4 cup ( 187.5 g ) Water
• ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Corn Flour

Instructions

• Blend together everything but the beef, water, and cornstarch.
• Place beef cubes into your Instant Pot and cover with the blended veggies.
• Use the 3/4 cup water to wash out the blender and pour that into your pot.
• Cook at High Pressure for 20 minutes, and release pressure quickly
• Turn your pot on to Sauté and get the stew on a full boil. If you have a lot of liquid, boil for 5-10 minutes to reduce the liquid.
• Make a cornstarch slurry (mix the corn flour with some water), and pour it into the boiling stew and stir until it thickens.

How To Make Slow Cooker Carne Guisada

1. Blend together everything but the beef, water, and corn flour.
2. Place beef cubes into your slow cooker and cover with the blended veggies.
3. Use the 3/4 cup water to wash out the blender and pour that into your crockpot.
4. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours or until the meat is tender.
5. Make a cornstarch slurry (mix the cornstarch with water), and pour it into the boiling stew and stir until it thickens

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Carne Guisada Recipe | Instant Pot Carne Guisada

Ingredients

• 1 pound Beef Stew Meat chopped into large pieces
• 1/2 Onion chopped
• 1 Red Bell Pepper chopped
• 2 Tomatoes chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic chopped
• 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin
• 1/2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
• 1-2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ancho Chile Powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• 3/4 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Corn Flour

Instructions

• Blend together everything but the beef, water, and cornstarch.
• Place beef cubes into your Instant Pot and cover with the blended veggies.
• Use the 3/4 cup water to wash out the blender and pour that into your pot.
• Cook at High Pressure for 20 minutes, and release pressure quickly
• Turn your pot on to Sauté and get the stew on a full boil. If you have a lot of liquid, boil for 5-10 minutes to reduce the liquid.
• Make a cornstarch slurry (mix the corn flour with some water), and pour it into the boiling stew and stir until it thickens.

How To Make Slow Cooker Carne Guisada

1. Blend together everything but the beef, water, and corn flour.
2. Place beef cubes into your slow cooker and cover with the blended veggies.
3. Use the 3/4 cup water to wash out the blender and pour that into your crockpot.
4. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 5-6 hours or until the meat is tender.
5. Make a cornstarch slurry (mix the cornstarch with water), and pour it into the boiling stew and stir until it thickens

Carne Guisada Recipe | Instant Pot Carne Guisada https://twosleevers.com/carne-guisada/

These delicious grilled beef kabob recipe is so quick and easy to make. Shish Kabobs marinated in a spicy Indian yogurt sauce, are a great keto-friendly option for your next cookout. They can be cooked on an indoor or outdoor grill and take minutes to prep.

Why You’ll Love This Beef Kabob Recipe

These tasty shish kebobs need to make an appearance at your next cookout. They are so wonderfully tender and full of flavor thanks to the simple but delicious yogurt marinade.

These beef kebabs are:

• Low Carb. A great keto friendly dinner option.
• High Protein. Round out your protein macros with this Beef Kebab recipe.
• Versatile. Make it a full meal by serving alongside a salad , rice , or veggies, or served in a pita or naan (if you’re not counting carbs).
• Delicious. Seasoned with Indian spices, they are are so wonderfully flavorful.

Beef Kabob Marinade

The marinade for these beef kebabs is wonderfully creamy and flavored with lots of fresh herbs and ground spices. The ingredients for the marinade are:

• Mint leaves
• Cilantro
• Garlic and ginger
• Serrano pepper
• Plain yogurt
• Turmeric
• Garam masala
• Salt

How To Make A Delicious Beef Kabob Recipe

1. Use your knife or this handy pull chopper to mince together mint, cilantro, garlic, ginger, and serrano or jalapeño pepper and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl , mix together yogurt, turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Add in the chopped herbs and mix well.
3. Add the beef cubes.
4. Mix well. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and let it rest on the counter for 30 minutes or in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours.

How To Grill Beef Kebabs

1. When you are ready to grill, turn on your grill to heat. Remove the meat from the fridge and thread it on to skewers . You do not need to remove all the marinade, you want some of that good stuff on there.
2. If you are using onions, you can intersperse those with the meat. Do not add tomatoes and squash to the same skewer, as they cook much faster than the meat.
3. Place the meat skewers on the grill. Halve the tomatoes and put them cut side down on the grill next to the meat. Place the whole serranos and squash chunks on the grill. ( You may choose to season with oil, salt, and pepper, but I usually skip this. There’s already a lot of flavor in this meal.)
4. Grill until the vegetables are cooked and the meat is tender, about 8 minutes.

What To Serve With Kebabs?

While these Shish Kabobs are delicious served alone, you may find yourself wanting a little more to round out a full meal. Here are a few things that pair deliciously with them:

I like to grill tomato, zucchini, and jalapeno peppers at the same time as the beef kebabs and serve them all together.

I like to serve these with a little raita on the side. If you aren’t concerned about carbs, these go well with naan or a pita. If you’re watching carbs, I like to use Joseph’s flatbread, or just eat the kababs by themselves.

They are also great alongside other sides like:

• Beet Salad
• Indian Cabbage Slaw
• Cauliflower Rice
• Sweet Coconut Rice

I like to use sirloin when I make kebabs. It is relatively tender and lean, as well as being budget-friendly with a good flavor. Strip steak, flat iron and tenderloin will all work well too.

Marinade not only adds flavor to the steak, but the yogurt will also tenderize it. Be sure not to skip this step or the meat can become tough. The steak should marinade for at least an hour, but no more than eight or the texture can change.

Steak kebabs have a pretty quick cook time, they only take about 8 minutes. If you prefer your steak more well done, then you can cook them for a few minutes longer.

Beef Kebabs In The Oven

For a really nice char, I like to cook kebabs on the grill - you can use an indoor or outdoor one, but you can easily cook these in the oven too if you prefer.

1. Prep the shish kabobs in the same way and then place them on a rimmed baking sheet.
2. Cook them in a pre-heated oven at 350F for around 30 minutes.
3. Turn them every 10 minutes so that they cook evenly.
4. I like to finish them off under the broiler to get those crispy brown edges.

Recipe Notes and Tips

• You can use metal or wooden skewers for this recipe. If you use wooden, be sure to soak them in water while the beef is marinading.
• Cut the beef into similar sized cubes so that they cook evenly.
• Don’t cut the beef cubes too small or they may fall off of the skewers when grilling.
• You can make the same recipe with chicken breast or chicken thighs if you prefer.

More Keto Beef Recipes

• Beef Shawarma
• Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
• Air Fryer Kheema Meatloaf
• Yukgaejang
• Low Carb Beef Stroganoff
• Instant Pot Indian Kheema
• Beef Tenderloin

If you love this Beef Kabob recipe as much as we do, make sure you share it with your friends on Facebook and Pinterest so they can try them too.

Grilled Beef Kababs | Easy Steak Kabab Recipe

Equipment

• Good set of Kitchen Knives
• Pull Chopper
• Mixing Bowl
• Skewers

Ingredients

• ▢ ¼ cup mint leaves
• ▢ ¼ cup cilantro
• ▢ 6 cloves garlic
• ▢ 2- inch piece of ginger root , about 1 tablespoon minced
• ▢ ½-1 serrano pepper
• ▢ ½ cup plain yogurt
• ▢ ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
• ▢ ½ teaspoon garam masala
• ▢ 1 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1 pound sirloin steak , cut into bite size pieces
• ▢ Optional vegetables
• ▢ Onions
• ▢ Halved tomatoes
• ▢ Zucchini or Summer squash cut into large chunks.
• ▢ 2-3 serrano or jalapeño peppers , left whole.

Instructions

• Use your knife or this handy pull chopper to mince together mint, cilantro, garlic, ginger, and serrano or jalapeño pepper and set aside.

• In a medium bowl, mix together yogurt, turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Add in the chopped herbs and mix well.

• Add the beef cubes and mix well. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and let it rest on the counter for 30 minutes or in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours. The yogurt in this marinade will be tenderizing your meat, so you don’t want to shortcut this process, nor do you want to let it make the meat mealy.

• When you are ready to grill, turn on your grill to heat. Remove the meat from the fridge and thread it on to skewers. You do not need to remove all the marinade, you want some of that good stuff on there.

• If you are using onions, you can intersperse those with the meat. Do not add tomatoes and squash to the same skewer, as they cook much faster than the meat.

• Place the meat skewers on the grill. Halve the tomatoes and put them cut side down on the grill next to the meat. Place the whole serranos and squash chunks on the grill. ( You may choose to season with oil, salt, and pepper, but I usually skip this. There’s already a lot of flavor in this meal.)

• Grill until the vegetables are cooked and the meat is tender, about 8 minutes.

• Serve with a little raita on the side. If you aren’t concerned about carbs, these go well with naan. If you’re watching carbs, I like to use Joseph’s flatbread, or just eat the kababs by themselves.

• You can use metal or wooden skewers for this recipe. If you use wooden, be sure to soak them in water while the beef is marinading.

• Cut the beef into similar sized cubes so that they cook evenly.

• Don’t cut the beef cubes too small or they may fall off of the skewers when grilling.

• You can make the same recipe with chicken breast or chicken thighs if you prefer.

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Originally Published June 14, 2020

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