Cubes of beef top sirloin are coated with a spicy cilantro and hot pepper seasoning mix, threaded onto skewers with chunks of red bell pepper and grilled to perfection.

Spicy Portuguese Beef Steak Kabobs

1 1/2 pounds boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 1/4-inches thick
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces

Salt to taste

Seasoning:
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

1. Cut beef steak into 1 1/4-inch pieces. Combine seasoning ingredients in medium bowl. Add beef; toss. Alternately thread beef and bell pepper onto six 10-inch metal skewers.
2. Place kabobs on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, about 8 to 11 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally. Season with salt.

Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition information per serving: 214 calories; 26 g protein; 2 g carbohydrate; 11 g fat; 98 mg sodium; 76 mg cholesterol; 3.8 mg niacin; 0.5 mg vitamin B6; 2.4 mcg vitamin B12; 3.0 mg iron; 5.6 mg zinc.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of the Beef Industry Council.