Cumin-Spiced Beef
Cumin-Spiced Beef is a flavorful Moroccan BBQ dish that combines aromatic spices with tender beef for a delightful grilling experience. Perfect for sharing, this dish brings the essence of Moroccan cuisine to your table.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Moroccan
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Beef sirloin - 300 grams
- Ground cumin - 2 teaspoons
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
- Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
- Skewers - 4 (if wooden, soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Steps
- Cut the beef sirloin into 2.5 cm cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine the ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, ground coriander, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the spice mixture to the beef cubes, then drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Mix well to ensure the beef is evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or BBQ to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated beef cubes onto the soaked skewers.
- Grill the skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until the beef reaches your desired level of doneness.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 38 g
- Carbs: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Water: 0.1 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, beneficial for muscle growth and repair.
- Contains spices like cumin and coriander, which may aid in digestion and have anti-inflammatory properties.
Tags
MoroccanGluten-FreeBBQ