Skillet Beef Kebabs with Roasted Bell Pepper and Cumin

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-05-21

Juicy beef kebabs cooked in a skillet with smoky roasted bell peppers and aromatic cumin for a flavorful keto-friendly meal. This mediterranean-inspired beef (keto, low carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes beef sirloin, olive oil, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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
• 1 large, cut into 1-inch pieces red bell pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, toss 1 lb beef sirloin cubes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add beef cubes and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked to medium-rare.
3. Step 3: Remove beef from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add red bell pepper pieces and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until edges are charred and peppers are tender.
4. Step 4: Return beef to skillet with peppers, toss gently to combine and warm through for 1-2 minutes.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the kebabs before serving.