Honey-Glazed Ethiopian Coffee Rubbed Beef Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

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Tender beef skewers marinated with a fragrant Ethiopian coffee and spice rub, finished with a sweet honey glaze over the grill. This Ethiopian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, freshly ground Ethiopian coffee, berbere spice blend 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Ethiopian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes beef sirloin
2 tbsp freshly ground Ethiopian coffee
1 tbsp berbere spice blend
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp freshly ground Ethiopian coffee, 1 tbsp berbere spice blend, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Toss 1 lb beef sirloin cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil and the spice mixture until fully coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated beef cubes evenly onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until beef is cooked to medium rare or desired doneness.
Step 5: While grilling, mix 3 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl. Brush the honey glaze onto the beef during the last minute on each side to caramelize.
Step 6: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy as a smoky, sweet, and spiced meat dish.