Charcoal-Grilled Brazilian Beef Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

Tender beef skewers marinated in garlic and lime, grilled over charcoal to smoky perfection, served with a vibrant chimichurri sauce. This Brazilian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, garlic cloves, lime juice 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

• 1.5 pounds, cut into 1-inch cubes beef sirloin
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons, freshly squeezed lime juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons water
• 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1.5 pounds beef sirloin cubes, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons lime juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Toss the beef to coat evenly and marinate for 45 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare chimichurri sauce by mixing 1 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes, 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Stir well and set aside to let flavors meld.
3. Step 3: Preheat a charcoal grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F). Thread the marinated beef cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, distributing evenly.
4. Step 4: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until the beef is nicely charred on the edges and medium-rare inside.
5. Step 5: Remove skewers from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with the chimichurri sauce spooned generously over the top.