Jamaican Jerk Beef Kebabs Recipe

Name: Jamaican Jerk Beef Kebabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 1 tablespoon ground allspice; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 habanero or serrano peppers, seeded; 1 1/2 pounds boneless sirloin, trimmed and cut into 30 cubes; 1 red bell pepper, cut into 18 pieces; 2 black-ripe plantains, peeled, and each cut into 9 pieces; Cooking spray; Diagonally cut green onions (optional); Lime wedges (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon ground allspice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 habanero or serrano peppers, seeded
1 1/2 pounds boneless sirloin, trimmed and cut into 30 cubes
1 red bell pepper, cut into 18 pieces
2 black-ripe plantains, peeled, and each cut into 9 pieces
Cooking spray
Diagonally cut green onions (optional)
Lime wedges (optional)

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Prepare grill.
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Combine first 9 ingredients in a food processor or blender; process until smooth. Place onion mixture, beef, and bell pepper pieces in a large zip-top plastic bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator 20 minutes.
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Remove beef and bell pepper pieces from bag; discard marinade. Place beef, bell pepper pieces, and plantain pieces in a large bowl; toss well to coat.
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Thread 5 beef cubes, 3 red pepper pieces, and 3 plantain pieces alternately onto each of 6 (12-inch) skewers. Lightly coat kebabs with cooking spray. Place kebabs on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Cook 4 minutes on each side for medium-rare or until desired degree of doneness. Garnish with green onion pieces and serve with lime wedges, if desired.
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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup chopped green onions, 1 tablespoon ground allspice, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Jamaican Jerk Beef Kebabs 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.

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Jamaican Jerk Beef Kebabs

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