Kaap die Goeie Hoop Braai-Style Beef Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

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Beef skewers marinated with Cape Malay spices, grilled to smoky perfection for an authentic South African barbecue experience. This South African-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs Beef sirloin, Cape Malay spice blend, Onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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: 35 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 South African cuisine 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs Beef sirloin
2 tbsp Cape Malay spice blend
1 medium Onion
2 Bell peppers
2 tbsp Olive oil
1 tbsp Fresh ginger
1 Lemon
3 Garlic cloves
1 tsp Paprika
1/2 tsp Coarse sea salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Cut 1.5 lbs beef sirloin into 1.5-inch cubes; thinly slice 1 medium onion and 2 bell peppers into strips.
Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp Cape Malay spice blend, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and juice of 1 lemon.
Step 3: Toss beef cubes in spice mixture, coating evenly; let marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Step 4: Thread beef, onion, and bell peppers onto skewers, alternating ingredients.
Step 5: Heat grill to medium-high (375°F). Brush skewers with remaining spice mixture, then grill for 8-10 minutes total, turning every 2 minutes until beef reaches medium doneness and vegetables are charred in spots.
Step 6: Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.