Griddled Street-Style Beef Skewers with Charred Scallion Sauce

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Tender beef skewers marinated in bold spices, grilled over high heat, and served with a vibrant charred scallion sauce inspired by bustling city streets. This street food ready in about 90 minutes pairs flank steak, soy sauce, brown sugar 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.

★ 4.4 (8 ratings) Prep: 75 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Street Food cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp ground coriander. Slice 1 lb flank steak into 1-inch cubes and toss in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Step 2: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated beef cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
  3. Step 3: For the scallion sauce, char 6 whole scallions directly on the grill until blackened and softened, about 4 minutes per side. Chop charred scallions and blend with 4 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Grill beef skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until edges are nicely seared and the inside is medium-rare to medium. Serve hot with a generous drizzle of the charred scallion sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Griddled Street-Style Beef Skewers with Charred Scallion Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 90 minutes (75 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Griddled Street-Style Beef Skewers with Charred Scallion Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep flank steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Griddled Street-Style Beef Skewers with Charred Scallion Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Griddled Street-Style Beef Skewers with Charred Scallion Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Griddled Street-Style Beef Skewers with Charred Scallion Sauce?

Street Food street food like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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