Bourbon-Glazed Beef Skewers with Charred Pineapple Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-12 · Updated 2026-06-12

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Tender beef skewers brushed with a sweet bourbon glaze, paired with a smoky charred pineapple salsa to brighten each bite. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
3 tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup bourbon
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 cups pineapple chunks
1, diced red bell pepper
1/2, diced red onion
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño

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Instructions

Step 1: Thread 1.5 lbs sirloin steak cubes onto soaked wooden skewers. Season with 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Brush with 2 tbsp olive oil. Set aside.
Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Place 2 cups pineapple chunks directly on the grill grates and char for 3-4 minutes per side until grill marks appear and pineapple softens. Remove and chop coarsely.
Step 3: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/3 cup bourbon and 2 tbsp brown sugar. Simmer for 5-6 minutes until thickened into a syrupy glaze.
Step 4: Grill beef skewers for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness, brushing frequently with bourbon glaze during the last 3 minutes.
Step 5: In a bowl, mix the chopped charred pineapple, 1 diced red bell pepper, 1/2 diced red onion, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 1 minced jalapeño. Spoon salsa over skewers and serve immediately for a smoky-sweet flavor contrast.