Sesame Caramelized Beef Skewers

Sesame Caramelized Beef Skewers

Serves: 4
Preparation time: 20 minutes (excluding marinating time)

Ingredients
• 600g beef (tender, such as rump or sirloin), cut into large cubes
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce (about 60 ml)
• 2 tablespoons honey (about 30 g)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil (about 15 ml)
• 1 clove garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (about 10 g)
• 1 pinch pepper
• 1 pinch salt (optional, as the soy sauce is already salty)

Step-by-Step Preparation

1.  Prepare the Marinade
• In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil.
• Add the chopped garlic, sesame seeds, pepper (and salt if necessary).

2.  Marinate the meat
• Place the beef cubes in a container or airtight bag.
• Pour the marinade over the beef and toss to coat each piece well.
• Let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (ideally 2 hours for more flavor).

3.  Assemble the skewers
• Drain the beef pieces slightly.
• Thread them onto skewers, leaving a little space between each cube.

4.  Cook
• Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
• Place the skewers and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, depending on your preferred doneness.
• Brush them with the remaining marinade while cooking to intensify the caramelization.

Tip to make this recipe easier
 Before threading the meat, soak the wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes: this prevents them from burning during cooking.

Ingredient swaps
 You can replace the sesame oil with olive oil and the sesame seeds with poppy seeds for a different taste.

Cooking tip
 To achieve a slightly crispy exterior and a tender center, you can increase the heat in the last minute of cooking, keeping a close eye on the meat to avoid burning it.