Brazilian Mato Grosso-Style Grilled Beef Skewers with Chimichurri

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

Tender beef skewers marinated with regional Mato Grosso spices and served with a vibrant chimichurri sauce bursting with fresh herbs and garlic. This brazilian-inspired beef ready in about 50 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes beef sirloin, olive oil, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes beef sirloin
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup, finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb beef sirloin cubes and toss thoroughly to coat. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: While the beef marinates, prepare chimichurri by mixing 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl. Stir well and let sit to meld flavors.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread the marinated beef cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers evenly.
4. Step 4: Grill the beef skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until nicely charred on the edges and cooked to medium-rare (internal temperature ~135°F).
5. Step 5: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot with the prepared chimichurri sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping.