Secret to Tender Beef Skewers with Pineapple Marinade

Secret to Tender Beef Skewers with Pineapple Marinade

20min
8 servings
Easy

Recipe for very tender beef skewers, inspired by an experienced street vendor, using a special marinade with pineapple to break down the fibers.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Carne
  • 1kg de Sirloin tip (or another budget-friendly cut of beef)
Temperos
  • Garlic
  • Onion
  • Pineapple
  • Soy sauce
  • Vinegar
  • Oil
  • Salt
  • Annatto powder (Achiote)

Instructions

1
processar

Process the garlic, onion, and pineapple in a food processor until a paste forms. Use moderate amounts of these ingredients to avoid significantly altering the texture of the meat.

2min

Dica: The pineapple is responsible for tenderizing the meat by breaking down the muscle fibers.

2
misturar

Add the soy sauce, vinegar, oil, a little salt, and annatto powder to the processed paste.

45s

Dica: The exact amounts for all seasonings for 1kg of meat will be detailed in the video description.

3
misturar

Pour the seasoning over the meat (1kg) and mix well to coat all the pieces.

1min

Dica: If possible, cut the meat into skewer-sized pieces before seasoning.

4
marinar

Let the meat marinate for a maximum of one hour, as the pineapple can drastically alter the texture if left for too long.

60min

Dica: Do not exceed the 1-hour marinating time.

5
assar

Grill the skewers in an air fryer to test the tenderness and flavor, if a charcoal grill is unavailable.

Dica: The results in the air fryer are considered wonderful.

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Nutrition Facts

TACO Table - per serving

Nutrient
Amt.%DV*
  • Energy
    2239 kcal112%
  • Carbohydrates
    6 g2%
  • Protein
    268 g358%
  • Total Fat
    119 g217%
  • Dietary Fiber
    1 g3%

*Daily reference values based on a 2,000 kcal diet (ANVISA). Data calculated from the TACO Table (UNICAMP).

Cuisine Type

brasileira

Required Equipment

processadorair fryer

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