Lemongrass Beef Skewers

Tender sirloin is marinated with fragrant lemongrass and grilled on skewers for a savory, slightly sweet bite.

Prep Time1 30

Cook Time10

Total Time1 40

Servings: 22 skewers

1.5 pounds top sirloin steak cut into small thin pieces about 3/4" (2 cm) square and 1/4" (5 mm) thick
20-22 wooden skewers soaked in water at least 30 minutes before grilling
1/3 cup fresh lemongrass minced, white part only
1/4 cup shallot minced
2 tablespoons garlic minced
3 tablespoons fish sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup roasted peanuts crushed, for garnish
1/4 cup scallion chopped and slightly sautéed for garnish

Trim any excess fat from the sirloin and slice the steak into small, thin pieces about 3/4" (2 cm) square and 1/4" (5 mm) thick.
Prepare the marinade by combining minced lemongrass, minced shallot, minced garlic, fish sauce, sugar, sweet soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
Add the sliced beef to the marinade and toss thoroughly to coat; marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
While the meat marinates, soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
Thread the marinated beef pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and grill the skewers 2–3 minutes per side, or until the meat reaches your desired doneness.
To make the sautéed scallion garnish, heat a non-stick skillet with 2 teaspoons oil until hot, add the chopped scallions, season with a pinch of salt, and sauté about 1 minute.
Remove skewers from the grill and garnish with crushed roasted peanuts and the sautéed scallions before serving.