Grilled Brazilian Spice-Rubbed Steak Skewers

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Tender beef skewers marinated in a bold Brazilian spice blend, grilled to smoky perfection and bursting with savory flavor. This brazilian-inspired beef ready in about 27 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 280 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
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh parsley
• 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp lime juice. Whisk to form a marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb 1-inch cubed sirloin steak to the marinade, tossing to coat all pieces evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated steak cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, dividing evenly.
4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until the steak is cooked to medium-rare and has charred grill marks.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.