Spicy Beef Skewers Recipe

Name: Spicy Beef Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon baking soda; 1 1/2 pounds beef flank steak; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon cayenne; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup hoisin sauce; 12 (6-inch) wooden skewers

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon baking soda
1 1/2 pounds beef flank steak
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon light soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon finely minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
12 (6-inch) wooden skewers

1
Soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
2
In a large, flat pan, dissolve the baking soda in 2 cups water.
3
Add the beef and soak for 10 minutes.
4
Remove the beef from the water and pat dry with paper towels.
5
With a knife held at a sharp angle, cut across the grain into thin slices, about 2 x 5 inches long.
6
Place the beef onto a large flat platter.
7
In a small bowl, to make the marinade, combine the vegetable oil, soy sauce, salt, garlic, ginger, sugar, cayenne, cornstarch, and hoisin sauce.
8
Brush both sides of the beef with the marinade.
9
Refrigerate for 30 minutes or longer.
10
Thread 2 beef strips onto a 6-inch skewer.
11
Repeat the procedure to use the remaining skewers.
12
Preheat the broiler.
13
Broil with the tops of the meat about 4 inches from the heat for about 2 minutes.
14
Turn the skewers and broil for 2 additional minutes.

570

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon baking soda, 1 1/2 pounds beef flank steak, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon light soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Spicy Beef Skewers 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.

Spicy Beef Skewers

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