Description
These Saucy Korean BBQ Beef Skewers feature tender, marinated beef cubes combined with mushrooms and scallions, grilled to perfection and glazed with a flavorful, homemade Korean BBQ sauce. Perfect for summer grilling or a flavorful dinner, these skewers offer a sweet, savory, and mildly spicy taste with a hint of ginger and sesame.
Ingredients
Beef Marinade and Skewers
- 1 lb Tri tip or sirloin steak tip, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 large scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 6 oz Cremini or baby bella mushrooms (about six large mushrooms, halved or quartered)
- 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 TBSP hoisin sauce
- 1 TBSP sesame oil
- 1 TBSP freshly grated ginger
- 1 tsp Sriracha
- 4 cloves garlic, grated to a paste or finely minced
Korean BBQ Sauce
- 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 2 TBSP low sodium soy sauce
- 1 TBSP mirin (or rice wine vinegar)
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp Sriracha, adjust to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, Sriracha, and garlic paste until fully combined, creating the marinade base.
- Marinate the Beef: Add the bite-sized beef cubes and mushrooms to the marinade. Toss everything thoroughly to ensure the beef and mushrooms are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to a full day to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Make the Korean BBQ Sauce: Before grilling, combine hoisin sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, and Sriracha in a small saucepan. Whisk to combine, then bring to a low simmer over medium heat. Let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors. Remove from heat and set aside, keeping it warm for serving.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high, approximately 450º F, ensuring the grill grates are clean to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread the marinated beef cubes, scallions, and mushrooms alternately onto skewers. Arrange the assembled skewers on a baking sheet or large plate, ready for grilling.
- Grill the Skewers: Place the skewers on the hot grill. Cook for about 3 minutes per side. Flip carefully and cook another 2-3 minutes or until the beef reaches an internal temperature of 135º F for medium-rare or 140-145º F for medium doneness.
- Apply the Sauce and Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and transfer them to a clean serving platter. Generously brush the warm Korean BBQ sauce over the skewers or serve it on the side for dipping.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Sprinkle thinly sliced scallions and sesame seeds over the sauced skewers for a vibrant finish and added texture before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the beef for the full day if time allows.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Adjust Sriracha quantity in the marinade and sauce according to your preferred spice level.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Can substitute tri-tip with sirloin or other tender steak cuts.
- The sauce can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
