Spiced Coffee-Infused Honey Glazed Beef Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-29 · Updated 2026-06-29

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Tender beef skewers marinated in Ethiopian-inspired spices and coffee, glazed with honey for a sweet and smoky bite. This Ethiopian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes, instant coffee granules, 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: 10 min Serves 4 Ethiopian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 pound beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tbsp instant coffee granules
2 tsp berbere spice blend
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 wooden skewers, soaked in water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, dissolve 1 tbsp instant coffee granules in 2 tbsp warm water.
Step 2: Add 2 tsp berbere spice blend, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the coffee mixture. Whisk to combine.
Step 3: Add 1 pound beef sirloin cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Step 4: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
Step 5: Thread marinated beef cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, dividing evenly.
Step 6: Grill the beef skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, brushing occasionally with leftover marinade, until nicely charred on the edges and cooked to medium rare or desired doneness.
Step 7: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 8: Serve the skewers with a side of injera flatbread or a fresh salad for a smoky, spiced meal.