Grilled Mato Grosso Beef Skewers with Spiced Chimichurri

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

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Tender beef skewers marinated in a smoky globally-inspired spice blend, served with a vibrant chimichurri sauce bursting with fresh herbs and spices. This Brazilian-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 75 minutes, pairs sirloin beef, olive oil, smoked paprika 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.

Prep: 65 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes sirloin beef
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup, finely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup, finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
2 cloves minced garlic
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb sirloin beef cubes and toss thoroughly to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare the chimichurri by mixing 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a bowl. Stir well and set aside for flavors to meld.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread marinated beef cubes onto skewers, leaving a small gap between pieces.
Step 4: Grill skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a nice char and reach desired doneness (medium-rare to medium).
Step 5: Remove skewers from heat and rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot with a generous spoonful of the spiced chimichurri sauce drizzled over the top.