Best 6 Asian Beef Skewers 3 Points Recipes

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Calling all beef lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Asian beef skewers. These tender and flavorful skewers are marinated in a blend of aromatic Asian spices and grilled to perfection. With just 3 Weight Watchers SmartPoints per serving, they're a guilt-free indulgence that will tantalize your taste buds. Accompanying this main course are three sensational dipping sauces: a creamy peanut sauce, a spicy sriracha mayo, and a refreshing cilantro-lime sauce. Each sauce adds its own unique flair, perfectly complementing the savory beef skewers. Whether you're grilling outdoors or cooking indoors on a grill pan, these skewers are a breeze to make and are guaranteed to be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ASIAN BEEF SKEWERS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 40 skewers

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/4 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Salt and black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
Zest and juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and black pepper
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the beef: Heat the olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the sirloin cubes with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. In batches if necessary, sear the meat on all sides and cook until medium rare, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, make the dipping sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime zest and juice, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, red pepper flakes and some salt and pepper.
  • Thread the beef onto toothpicks (2 pieces per). Garnish with cilantro and serve with the dipping sauce.

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Ginger flavored beef skewers are excellent as an appetizer as well as an entree.

Provided by Vivian Chu

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
3 tablespoons sherry
¼ cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon barbeque sauce
2 green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 ½ pounds flank steak
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Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together hoisin sauce, sherry, soy sauce, barbeque sauce, green onions, garlic, and ginger.
  • Cut flank steak across grain on a diagonal into 1/4 inch slices. Place slices in a 1 gallon resealable plastic bag. Pour hoisin sauce mixture over slices, and mix well. Refrigerate 2 hours, or overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. Discard marinade, and thread steak on skewers.
  • Oil the grill grate. Grill skewers 3 minutes per side, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 25.5 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 812.4 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

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Grab a can of pineapple and a jar of red curry paste, toss the takeout menu, and enjoy spicy-sweet broiled beef kebabs in just 20 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Coarse salt
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds top sirloin beef or shell steak, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 red onion, quartered, layers separated
1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple in juice, drained, slices quartered
1 package (10 ounces) thin dried Chinese noodles or spaghetti
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat; line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Soak four 12-inch (or eight 6-inch) wooden skewers in a pan of warm water; set aside. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, make sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, 2 tablespoons vinegar, curry paste, and 1 tablespoon oil. Reserve half the sauce for serving.
  • Thread beef, onion, and pineapple onto skewers. Place on prepared baking sheet, and brush with sauce. Broil, brushing occasionally with sauce, until beef is medium-rare and onion begins to char, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook noodles in boiling salted water, according to package instructions. Drain, and place in a medium bowl. Add cilantro and remaining vinegar and oil; season with salt, and toss to combine. Serve skewers with noodles, reserved sauce, and, if desired, red-pepper flakes.

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Sesame oil and freshly grated ginger are key to giving these skewers of flank steak an Asian 'zing' and will keep people coming back for more!

Provided by Laura Cook

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 3h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup sesame oil
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1 1/2-pound) flank steak
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Steps:

  • Whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, green onions, lemon juice, sesame seeds, ginger, and garlic together in a bowl until marinade is smooth.
  • Thinly slice steak with the grain into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Thread steak slices onto skewers and place in a flat plastic or glass container. Pour marinade over skewers. Cover container with plastic wrap, and refrigerate, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Flip skewers and continue marinating in the refrigerator, 1 1/2 to 2 hours more.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate. Remove skewers from marinade, discarding marinade.
  • Cook steak skewers on the preheated grill until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Cholesterol 68.7 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 40.3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 2221.3 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

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I'm always on the lookout for light meals that will satisfy my family, and these stuffed kabobs fit the bill. Served with a creamy mustard sauce, the colorful bundles are special enough for company. -Gina Hatchell of Mickleton, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound beef sirloin tip roast
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup water
4 medium carrots, julienned
1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 large sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1-1/4 teaspoons prepared horseradish

Steps:

  • Cut beef widthwise into 16 slices, 1/4 in. thick. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, sugar and ginger; add beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4 hours., In a large saucepan, bring water and carrots to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the beans and red pepper; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place vegetables in ice water. Drain and pat dry., Drain and discard marinade from beef. Arrange three beans, one carrot strip and one pepper strip down the center of each beef slice; roll up. For each kabob use metal or soaked wooden skewers and thread two bundles on two parallel skewers., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until beef reaches desired doneness. , In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, mustard and horseradish. Serve with kabobs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 542mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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Make and share this Asian Beef Skewers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Steak

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated or 1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons rice vinegar or 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 (1 lb) sirloin tip steak, 1 inch thick (1 lb)
10 green onions, cut in pieces of 2 inches (only the white part)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix garlic, ginger, soy sauce, vinegar, oil and sugar. Remove the fat from the steak and cut the meat in dices of 1 inch. Add beef to the marinade and let rest for 10 minutes.
  • On metal skewers or presoaked bamboo skewers, thread beef cubes by alternating with green onion. Set the barbecue to medium high. Brush the beef skewers with the marinade and put on a oiled grill of the barbecue. Close cover and cook about 10 minutes or until beef is grilled but still pink inside (flip the skewers 3 times during cooking time).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.4, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 85.2, Sodium 568.6, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 24.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef: Flank steak or skirt steak are good choices for beef skewers, as they are both flavorful and tender when cooked properly.
  • Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef in a mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar will help to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
  • Skewer the beef: Use metal or bamboo skewers to skewer the beef. If using bamboo skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
  • Cook the beef skewers: Cook the beef skewers over medium heat on a grill or in a grill pan until they are cooked to your desired doneness. Be sure to turn the skewers frequently to ensure even cooking.
  • Serve the beef skewers: Serve the beef skewers hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, or peanut sauce.

Conclusion:

Asian beef skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give Asian beef skewers a try.

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