Moroccan Style Beef Kabobs with Spiced Bulgur

Yield:
4 servings

Preparation Time:
40 to 45 min; Marinating Time: 30 min to 2 hours

Ingredients:

  1. 1 lb. boneless beef top sirloin steak OR beef tenderloin steak, cut 1-inch thick
  3. Marinade:
  4. 1/4 cup molasses
  5. 3 Tablespoons orange juice
  6. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  7. 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  9. Spiced Bulgur:
  10. 1/2 cup uncooked bulgur
  11. 1/2 cup water
  12. 1/3 cup golden raisins
  13. 1/4 cup orange juice
  14. 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  15. 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  16. 1 clove garlic, minced
  17. 1/4 teaspoon salt
  18. 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  20. You'll Also Need:
  21. 8 6-inch bamboo skewers
Directions:

1. Cut beef steak into 1-1/4-inch pieces. Whisk marinade ingredients in large bowl until smooth. Add beef; toss to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes to 2 hours.

2. Prepare Spiced Bulgur. Combine bulgur, water, raisins, orange juice, pumpkin pie spice, cumin, garlic and salt in small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until bulgur is tender and water is absorbed. Fluff with fork; stir in parsley. Keep warm.

3. Soak eight 6-inch bamboo skewers in water 10 minutes; drain. Remove beef from marinade; discard marinade. Thread beef pieces onto skewers, leaving small space between pieces.

4. Place kabobs on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, 6 to 8 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally.

5. Serve kabobs with Spiced Bulgur.

An excellent source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, iron, selenium and zinc; and good sources of fiber.

Courtesy of www.KansasBeef.org and The National Cattlemen's Beef Association.


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