Description
Tamarind Lime Beef Skewers are tender, juicy strips of marinated beef grilled and glazed with a tangy, slightly sweet tamarind lime sauce. Paired with caramelized grilled lime slices, this quick and bold-flavored dish is perfect for warm-weather grilling or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb skirt steak, trimmed
- 3 small limes
- 3 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, optional
- For the marinade:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos
- For the tamarind lime sauce:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 tablespoon tamarind concentrate
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 tablespoon tapioca starch
- 1/2 tablespoon cold water
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high. Soak wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes if using.
- Slice skirt steak against the grain into 1/4-inch thick strips.
- Whisk together garlic, lime juice, and coconut aminos in a bowl. Add steak and marinate for 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a small saucepan, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Whisk in ground ginger, coconut aminos, tamarind concentrate, lime juice, and honey. Bring to a boil.
- Mix tapioca starch with cold water, then whisk into sauce. Cook until thickened. Remove from heat.
- Thread marinated beef onto skewers. Season with salt and pepper, then brush with some sauce (reserve remaining).
- Slice limes into thick rounds, skewer them, and rub with coconut sugar.
- Grill beef and lime skewers for 3–5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
- Remove from grill, brush beef with additional sauce, sprinkle with sesame seeds (if using), and serve hot with grilled lime slices.
Notes
- Flank steak or sirloin can be used in place of skirt steak.
- Grill pan or cast iron skillet works for indoor cooking.
- Add chili flakes for extra heat.
- Pineapple slices can replace lime for a sweeter option.
- Double the sauce to use as a drizzle over rice or veggies.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
