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Fig and Balsamic Beef Skewers


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  • Author: Carmen Sturdy
  • Yield: 7 skewers 1x

Description

Meat is marinated overnight in a honey and balsamic sauce before being skewered and barbecued with sweet figs and red onions. A flavorful, juicy recipe that is perfect to close out barbecue season.


Ingredients

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Marinade

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Meat

  • salt and pepper
  • 250g (0.5 pounds) steak (rump, tenderloin or fillet)
  • 1 large red onion
  • 6 figs

Instructions

  1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for a minimum of 30 minutes to ensure they don’t burn
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the honey, balsamic, olive oil, crushed garlic, thyme and grated onion until well combined.
  3. Cut the beef into small bite sized pieces and place in a deep dish or bowl. Pour the marinade overtop and put in the fridge to marinate for a minimum of 4 hours but preferably overnight.
  4. Set your barbecue to medium heat
  5. On a skewer place a cube of beef, slice of red onion and fig, repeat until full. Continue with the remaining skewers. Do not throw away the excess marinade
  6. Place the skewers on the grill and lightly brush with the marinade. Cook for approximately 7 minutes, turning every few minutes to ensure even cooking. Be sure to brush the skewers a few times with marinade while cooking.
  7. Before serving sprinkle with salt, pepper and thyme and serve.
  • Category: Main
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