Grilled Surf and Turf Skewers with Chimichurri

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

For the Skewers:
– 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 lb beef steak (sirloin works great), cut into 1-inch cubes
– 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces ️
– 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
– 1 onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Chimichurri Sauce:
– 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1/2 cup olive oil
– 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp red pepper flakes ️
– Salt and pepper, to taste

 

Directions:

1. Preheat the Grill:
– Heat your grill to medium-high, ensuring it’s ready for an even cook.

2. Prepare the Skewers:
– In a large bowl, combine the shrimp and beef cubes.
– Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
– Thread the shrimp, beef, bell peppers, and onion pieces onto skewers, alternating the ingredients for colorful and flavorful skewers.

3. Make the Chimichurri Sauce:
– In a bowl, mix together the chopped parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Grill the Skewers:
– Place the skewers on the preheated grill.
– Cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the beef reaches your desired doneness.

5. Serve:
– Remove the skewers from the grill and drizzle generously with the fresh chimichurri sauce.
– Serve immediately and enjoy the perfect balance of smoky, savory, and tangy flavors!

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Servings: 4
⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes
⏰ Cook Time: 10 minutes
Calories: ~400 kcal per serving