Marinades are great as they add tons of flavor without a bunch of unwanted calories typically included with cream sauces, butter, or oil. Also, there are many different marinades out there to keep your dinners different through the weeks.

The below marinade we included in the recipe for fiery beef satay skewers is one we really enjoy. The sweet heat and fresh lime make this a perfect summer day meal, but good enough to enjoy any time of the year. I made the dish  with peppers and turnips. The green peppers really complemented the beef nicely. I’m still working out the kinks with the turnips! And please use any veggie you prefer, or have left over in the fridge.

Fiery Beef Satay Skewers

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 lbs top sirloin steak
• 5-6 green onions, cut into 1” pieces
• 1/2 cup Dijon-style mustard
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 Tbs fresh lime juice
• 4 tsp minced garlic
• 1 Tbs ground Cayenne

Instructions

• In large bowl, combine mustard, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic and cayenne.
• Remove and reserve 1/2-cup of this marinade mixture for basting.
• Trim fat from beef steak. Cut into 1-1/2” cubes.
• Add beef to remaining marinade in bowl. Toss to coat.
• Cover and marinate in refrigerator for 20 minutes.
• Remove beef from marinade. Discard marinade.
• Alternately thread an equal amount of beef and green onion onto each of four 12” metal or bamboo skewers.
• Place skewers on grill over medium ash-covered coals.
• Grill, uncovered, 10-12 minutes for medium-rare to medium, basting frequently with reserved 1/2-cup marinade and turning occasionally.
• Let sit for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: 264
% Calories from fat: 27
Fat (gm): 8
Saturated fat (gm): 3
Cholesterol (mg): 85
Sodium (mg): 1011
Protein (gm): 30
Carbohydrate (gm): 16