Description
Juicy, flavorful barbecue skewers marinated in a sweet-savory blend of soy sauce, citrus, and ketchup, grilled to perfection for the ultimate summer cookout. Ideal with chicken or beef.
Ingredients
– 1/2 cup light sodium soy sauce
– 1/2 cup lemon or lime juice
– 1/2 cup ketchup
– 3 tbsp dark brown sugar
– 2 tbsp garlic powder
– 1 tsp ground black pepper
– 1–2 tsp salt
– 1 can lime soda or Sprite
– 5 lbs beef sirloin or chicken (cut into 1 to 1½ inch chunks)
Instructions
1. Make Marinade: Mix all marinade ingredients in a bowl until sugar dissolves.
2. Marinate Meat: Cut meat into chunks, coat in marinade, and refrigerate for 3+ hours.
3. Soak Skewers: If wooden, soak 30 mins in water.
4. Preheat Grill: Medium heat, oil grates lightly.
5. Assemble Skewers: Thread meat, leaving space between pieces.
6. Grill: Cook 10–12 mins, turning and basting until charred and cooked through.
Notes
– Use fresh citrus juice for bolder flavor.
– Optional: Add veggies like bell peppers or onions to the skewers.
– Don’t reuse leftover marinade unless boiled first for food safety.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 30g