Grilled Churrasquinho Skewers with Garlic and Lime

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

Tender beef chunks marinated in garlic and lime, grilled to juicy perfection on skewers, capturing the essence of Brazilian street BBQ. This Brazilian-inspired street-food recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, garlic cloves, fresh lime juice 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 beef sirloin
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb of 1-inch beef sirloin cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to absorb flavors.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated beef cubes onto the 8 soaked wooden skewers.
4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until the beef is browned with slight char marks and cooked to medium-rare or desired doneness.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.