Brazilian Style Grilled Meat Skewers

Ingredients

• Wooden skewers (12, soaked in water for 30 minutes)
• Beef sirloin (1.5 pounds, cut into 1-inch cubes)
• Bell peppers (2, chopped (red and yellow for color))
• Red onion (1, cut into wedges)
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Lime juice (1/4 cup, freshly squeezed)
• Olive oil (3 tablespoons)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• Chimichurri sauce (1/2 cup)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
2. Add the cubed beef sirloin to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
3. Prepare a batch of chimichurri sauce by combining 1 cup of fresh parsley, 1/4 cup of fresh oregano, 2 cloves of garlic, 1/2 cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste in a food processor. Blend until smooth and adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.
4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring the grates are clean and well-oiled to prevent sticking.
5. Thread the marinated beef, bell peppers, and red onion onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between ingredients for a colorful presentation.
6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef reaches your desired level of doneness (medium rare is around 135°F/57°C).
7. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
8. Serve the skewers hot, drizzled generously with chimichurri sauce for an irresistible flavor boost.