Espetinho de Carne

Espetinho de Carne is a delicious Brazilian barbecue skewer featuring marinated beef, packed with flavor and protein. Perfect for grilling enthusiasts, this dish brings the taste of Brazil to your backyard.

Ingredients

• Beef sirloin - 400 grams
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Bell peppers (red and green) - 1 each, cut into chunks
• Onion - 1 medium, cut into chunks
• Wooden skewers - 4 (soaked in water for 30 minutes)

Steps

1. Cut the beef sirloin into 2.5 cm cubes and place in a bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, mix garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, paprika, black pepper, and salt to create a marinade.
3. Pour the marinade over the beef cubes and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. While the beef is marinating, prepare the vegetables by cutting them into chunks.
5. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
6. Assemble the skewers by alternating beef, bell peppers, and onion chunks until all ingredients are used.
7. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is cooked to your desired doneness.
8. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.

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