10-Min Grilled Beef Anticuchos
Peruvian grilled beef skewers with a bright, spiced vinegar marinade. Ready to eat in 10 minutes—no marinating required, just sear and serve.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin or tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Thread beef cubes onto metal skewers, leaving a tiny gap between pieces.
- 2
Whisk vinegar, cumin, paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until combined.
- 3
Brush the vinegar mixture all over the skewered beef on both sides.
- 4
Heat a grill or cast-iron skillet to high heat (very hot, ~2 minutes).
- 5
Sear skewers 90 seconds per side without moving. Beef should be charred outside, rare-medium inside.
- 6
Slide onto a plate, drizzle with any pan juices, and scatter cilantro if using. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- metal skewers (4–6 pieces, 10-inch)
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
- grill or 12-inch cast-iron skillet
- tongs
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