Description
Delicious and juicy steak and shrimp kabobs marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, and spices, then grilled to perfection. This quick and flavorful recipe is perfect for a summer cookout or a satisfying weeknight dinner, combining tender top sirloin steak and succulent shrimp on skewers for easy grilling.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 pounds top sirloin steak
- 1 pound large shrimp (uncooked, peeled, deveined)
Marinade
- ¼ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Cut your top sirloin steak into large, uniform pieces about 1¼ to 1½ inches each. This ensures even cooking on the grill.
- Marinate the Meat and Shrimp: Place the steak pieces and shrimp into a gallon-size Ziploc bag. Add all marinade ingredients — soy sauce (or coconut aminos), balsamic vinegar, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes. Remove excess air and seal the bag. Massage the marinade thoroughly around the steak and shrimp, then refrigerate and let it sit for at least 1 hour, flipping occasionally to distribute flavors.
- Thread Kabobs: After marinating, thread the steak pieces and shrimp alternately onto skewers, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure a perfect sear and even cooking.
- Grill Kabobs: Place the kabobs on the grill, spacing them apart so they’re not touching. Grill for 3 to 5 minutes on one side until the meat begins to brown and shrimp start to turn opaque.
- Flip and Continue Grilling: Flip the kabobs carefully and grill for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until the steak reaches your desired doneness and shrimp are fully cooked and slightly charred.
- Serve: Remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving to lock in juices and flavors.
Notes
- For best results, soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before threading to prevent burning on the grill.
- Adjust the marinade time for seafood sensitivity; shrimp can marinate quickly, so don't exceed 2 hours to avoid texture changes.
- You can substitute sirloin steak with other grilling-friendly cuts like ribeye or flank steak.
- Serve kabobs with your choice of sides such as grilled vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
- If you do not have a grill, you can cook the kabobs on a grill pan or broil them in the oven as alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
