Grilled Bolivian Spiced Beef Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

Tender beef marinated in a bold blend of Bolivian spices, grilled to perfection and served with a fresh chimichurri sauce. This Latin American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs sirloin steak, olive oil, garlic cloves 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes sirloin steak
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil (for chimichurri)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb cubed sirloin steak to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to develop flavor.
3. Step 3: Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
4. Step 4: Thread the marinated beef cubes onto the skewers evenly.
5. Step 5: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the beef skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning until nicely charred and cooked to desired doneness.
6. Step 6: While grilling, prepare chimichurri by mixing 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 cup olive oil in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Step 7: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot with a generous drizzle of chimichurri sauce.