Beef Skewers With Garlic-Thyme Mojo Recipe

Name: Beef Skewers With Garlic-Thyme Mojo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 large garlic cloves, chopped; 1 canned chipotle chile, pureed, or 1 dried chipotle chili, soaked in hot water, drained and minced; 1 cup chopped cilantro leaves; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon honey; 2 pounds boneless sirloin steak, 1 inch thick; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1/2 cup chicken stock; Juice of 1 lime; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter

Servings: persons

⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 canned chipotle chile, pureed, or 1 dried chipotle chili, soaked in hot water, drained and minced
1 cup chopped cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon honey
2 pounds boneless sirloin steak, 1 inch thick
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 cup chicken stock
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter

1
Soak 16 wooden skewers.
2
Preheat grill.
3
Heat oil in a heavy saucepan.
4
Reserve 1 teaspoon garlic; add rest to oil, and cook, stirring, until golden.
5
Add chipotle puree, 3/4 cup cilantro, soy sauce and honey.
6
Simmer 3 minutes.
7
Remove from heat, transfer to medium-large bowl and let cool.
8
Trim steak of all fat.
9
Cut in strips 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches long.
10
Add to bowl and mix to coat.
11
Marinate 15 minutes.
12
Combine remaining garlic with oregano, thyme, stock and lime juice in small saucepan, and simmer 5 minutes.
13
Add remaining cilantro.
14
Season with salt and pepper.
15
Remove from heat.
16
Weave steak strips onto skewers.
17
Grill about 3 minutes on each side, to desired degree of doneness.
18
Arrange on platter.
19
Whisk butter into sauce, serve with steak.

966

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 large garlic cloves, chopped, 1 canned chipotle chile, pureed, or 1 dried chipotle chili, soaked in hot water, drained and minced, 1 cup chopped cilantro leaves, and more.

Yes, Beef Skewers With Garlic-Thyme Mojo falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef Skewers With Garlic-Thyme Mojo

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