Grilled Beef Mishkaki Skewers with Spiced Marinade

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

Tender beef skewers marinated in a blend of warm spices and grilled to smoky perfection, capturing the essence of East African street food. This Ethiopian-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, vegetable oil, garlic cloves 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 vegetable oil
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp grated ginger root
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 8 soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp lemon juice to create a marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb cubed beef sirloin to the marinade and toss thoroughly to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight to infuse flavors.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F. Thread the marinated beef cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, dividing evenly.
4. Step 4: Grill the beef skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until the edges are slightly charred and the meat is cooked to medium doneness.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.