Seattle-Inspired Coffee-Spiced Beef Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

Tender beef skewers rubbed with a unique coffee and spice mix reflecting Seattle's famous coffee culture. This American Fusion-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs sirloin steak, ground coffee, brown sugar 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
• 2 tbsp, finely ground ground coffee
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 2 tbsp finely ground coffee, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a dry rub.
2. Step 2: Toss 1 lb sirloin steak cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil, then rub the coffee-spice mixture evenly over all the pieces. Let marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
3. Step 3: Thread the beef cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a small space between pieces for even cooking.
4. Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until a nice crust forms and the beef reaches desired doneness.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the coffee-spiced aroma to unfold.