Grilled Beef Kabobs

These are the best Grilled Beef Kabobs with the most delicious easy marinade!

Sirloin steak cubes are marinated and skewered with bell peppers and onions, then quickly grilled. Serve these kabobs with your favorite BBQ side dishes for a perfect summertime meal.

It’s finally summertime, and that means it’s finally grilling season! When the weather is warm, I try to cook outdoors as much as possible, and these Grilled Beef Kabobs are one of our favorite recipes to grill and enjoy on the patio.

What makes these skewers amazing is the simple, flavorful marinade. It’s the same marinade I use to make my skillet Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes and marinating with this mixture is just perfect to tenderize and season any type of steak.

Looking for a few more easy kabob recipes to add to your lineup this summer? My grilled shrimp kabobs are very similar to this recipe, but with juicy shrimp that grill up in minutes.

Tasty chicken kabobs, grilled veggie kabobs, and spicy bang bang chicken skewers are some more of our favorites.

Grilled Beef Skewers Recipe Highlights

• Savory Garlic Marinade — This grilled beef marinade is simple to put together. It features soy sauce, vinegar, and freshly minced garlic. The marinade enhances the meaty flavor of the steak rather than overpowering it.
• Quickly Cooks on the Grill — Tender steak skewers can be grilled on a hot grill in less than 10 minutes. Although threading the ingredients onto skewers might require a little extra effort, it’s also pretty easy and well worth it once you’re enjoying these beef kabobs.
• Can Be Made Ahead — The steak cubes can soak in the marinade for up to 24 hours, so you can feel free to start this recipe a day ahead of time. The skewers can also be loaded and kept in the fridge until you’re ready to grill them.

Ingredients for Grilled Steak Skewers

Here’s what you need to make these tasty beef kabobs:

Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

• Steak: I like to use sirloin steak or top sirloin for kabobs. This cut has a wonderful meaty flavor and lots of marbling, which will keep the meat tender and juicy.
• Skewers: To prevent burning on the grill, soak your bamboo skewers in water for at least 20 minutes before using them. You can also make this recipe using metal skewers.
• Veggies: Mushrooms, bell peppers, and red onion add color and flavor to the kabobs.
• Steak Marinade Ingredients: This easy beef kabob marinade is a combination of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, and seasonings. I like apple cider vinegar, but you can also use balsamic or red wine vinegar for a slightly different flavor.

How To Make Grilled Beef Kabobs

Steak Doneness

Check the internal temperature of your steak kabobs with a meat thermometer. Here are the temperatures you should look for, depending on how you’d like your steak cooked:

• Rare: 125°F/52°C
• Medium rare: 135°F/57°C
• Medium: 145°F/63°C
• Medium well: 155°F/68°C

Recipe Tips

• Choose a Good Steak: You can make this recipe with almost any kind of steak, but for a really flavorful meal, look for thick steaks with plenty of fatty marbling.
• Cutting the Veggies: Cut the bell peppers and onions into chunks that are all about 1-inch. This will ensure that they cook quickly and evenly. The mushrooms should be cut in half as they are easier to skewer that way!
• Preheat the Grill: Give yourself some time to let the grill preheat and get really hot. Once it’s preheated, clean and lightly oil the grates to prevent any sticking. You can make this recipe on a gas or charcoal grill.
• Add More Veggies: Try adding cherry tomatoes or sliced zucchini to your skewers too!

Storing Tips

Once cooked, grilled beef kabobs can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container. They should be enjoyed within four days.

Leftover kabobs make a great salad! Just take the grilled meat and veggies off of the wooden skewers and add them to some lettuce with your favorite salad dressing.

What To Serve With Grilled Steak Kabobs

These tasty beef skewers will pair well with all of your favorite summer salads and side dishes! Here are a few of our favorites that I think you’ll love:

• Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
• BLT Pasta Salad with Ranch Dressing
• Fresh Tomato Tart
• Creamy Broccoli Salad
• Strawberry Feta Salad

Recipe FAQs

Should I cover the grill when grilling steak?

I do not cover the grill when making beef kabobs. I want to give the meat a chance to get really nicely browned on the outside without overcooking.

If you like your steak well done, you may want to cover the grill during the last few minutes of cooking to achieve that level of cooking.

Can I Use a Different Marinade?

You can marinate the steak in something different if you prefer, although I think you’ll find that this easy steak marinade is really delicious. Try my Carne Asada recipe marinade to give your kabobs a spicy Mexican spin!

What cut of meat is used for beef kabobs?

I suggest using sirloin steak to make these kabobs or any tender steak with lots of marbling.

Why are my beef kabobs tough?

The easiest way to ensure tender grilled beef kabobs is to marinate the meat. Ideally, allow the steak to marinate for 2 or more hours to tenderize fully.

Can you cook beef kabobs in the oven?

Yes, you can! Preheat the oven to 450°F/230°C. Bake the kabobs on a sheet pan for 10-15 minutes or until cooked to your preference. You can then place the kabobs under the broiler for a few minutes to brown them and char them on the edges.

How do you grill kabobs without burning the veggies?

The cooking time for this shish kabob recipe is fairly short, so you shouldn’t have this issue. However, if you find that the vegetables are charring too quickly, you can move the skewers to a cooler spot on the grill.

If you’d rather not stress about this, you can also add the veggies to their own skewers and grill the meat and vegetables separately.

These are truly the best and easiest Grilled Beef Kabobs! The marinade is perfect and simple, so be sure to save the recipe for all of your summer grilling needs!