These garlic sirloin steak kabobs are tender steak kabobs coated in garlic butter and grilled to perfection. In this post we will share valuable tips and tricks to ensure your grilling experience is a success.
The tender pieces of steak are coated in the best garlic butter marinade, the pieces practically melt in your mouth and this will become a family favorite in no time.
The dish feels fancy enough to be served at a nice restaurant, but can be on your dinner table in less than 30 minutes!
Nate and I made these first when we were first married, and wanted to enjoy a nice date night and “fancy” dinner at home. We got our inspiration for these from Tucanos, and even started our meal with glasses of Brazilian Lemonade. The meal ended with homemade ice cream and chocolate lava cakes.
The Best Garlic Steak Skewers
- So easy to make – these skewers can be made in less than 30 minutes from start to finish, with just 6 ingredients, you’ll be enjoying this delicious meal in no time.
- Tender and juicy steak bites – The combination of the tender steak bites coated in the rich, garlicky butter sauce is so flavorful, and mouthwatering!
- Versatile Dinner Option – These can be served on their own, or paired with a fresh salad, mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, rice, or veggies.
Ingredients for Garlic Steak Kabobs
This is a quick overview of the ingredients you’ll need for this Garlic Steak Kabobs Recipe . Specific measurements and full recipe instructions are in the printable recipe card below.
- unsalted butter
- minced garlic – mince your own fresh garlic cloves for the best flavor
- garlic salt
- salt
- black pepper
- sirloin steak
- fresh parsley
How to make Garlic Sirloin Kabobs
- Make the garlic butter. Mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, garlic salt, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Baste the steak pieces. Cut the steak into 1inch cube pieces and brush the butter onto the steak.
- Put the steak cubes onto kabob sticks.
- Grill the steak. Add the kabobs onto a hot grill preheated to medium high heat. Grill for about 10 to 15 minutes, until the pieces reach your desired doneness. Rotate the kabobs every few minutes to sear on all sides. Add more garlic butter. Baste the kabobs with more garlic butter as they cook. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving, and drizzle with more garlic butter. Sprinkle parsley on the top, if desired.
Tips and Tricks
- Skewers – if using wood skewers, soak them in water before using them to grill to prevent the wood from burning. You can also use metal skewers, just be careful when handling them as the metal will be hot.
- Resting Time – Allow the steak bites to rest for about 5 minutes after cooking to hold the juices in, and ensure a tender, flavorful result.
- Vegetables – Add your favorite vegetables to make the steak kebabs a full meal on their own. Try bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, squash, or mushrooms.
- Use Quality Steak – Use a high quality steak like ribeye or top sirloin steak for the best results.
Storage Instructions
Store leftover steak kabobs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can remove them from the skewers if needed to save space.
Reheat the steak pieces in a skillet over low heat until warm throughout, to retain tenderness and flavor.
Steak Doneness – Steak Temperatures
If you are new to cooking steak, you will want to check the internal temperature of the steak with a meat thermometer to get the steak to your desired doneness.
- Rare – internal temperature of 125 F
- Medium Rare – internal temperature of 135 F
- Medium – internal temperature of 145 F
- Medium Well – internal temperature of 150 F
- Well Done – internal temperature of 160 F
How to make Steak Kabobs in the Oven?
If you don’t have a grill, you can also cook the garlic butter steak kabobs in the oven instead. Prepare the steak kabobs, and add them to a rimmed baking sheet.
Bake them in an oven preheated to 350 F and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, until they reach your desired temperature. Let rest for 5 minutes, then drizzle with additional garlic butter and serve.
These tasty garlic sirloin kabobs are as good as you’ll get from your favorite Brazilian Steak House. And the garlic butter is delicious on other foods like lobster, chicken, and grilled vegetables too. The steak bites are so good on top of mashed potatoes too.
The whole family will love these tender, juicy, garlicky steak kabobs for an easy, but fancy dinner at home! Perfect for a summer bbq, or any time of year.
More Grilled Recipes
- Honey Lime Salmon
- Chicken Teriyaki Kabobs
- Honey Lime Chicken
- Western Bacon Cheeseburger
- Lamb Gyro Burger
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Garlic Sirloin
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 TBS garlic (minced)
- 1 TBS garlic salt
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 lb sirloin steak
- 1 TBS fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, garlic salt and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cut steak meat into about 1 inch cube pieces.
- Baste some of the the butter mixture onto steak pieces.
- Stick steak pieces onto kabob sticks.
- Preheat a grill to medium high heat, 375 F.
- Grill for about 8-14 minutes, or until the beef pieces reach desired doneness, rotating every couple of minutes, to cook them evenly on each side. **
- Re-baste the meat throughout grilling process, because a lot of the flavor will cook off.
- Let the kabobs rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle any extra butter over the steak, and top with parsley if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
These garlic steak kabobs were first posted on May 22, 2011. The photos and text were updated on February 2, 2024.
Leslie Kelley says
I love the idea – beef and garlic – but (hate to be the only negative comment here) the 1 TB garlic salt AND less regular salt is way too much. Intend to try it with just a modicum of kosher salt to let the garlic shine through. Thanks for the idea anyway.
bblad says
This looks amazing! We LOVE Tucanos and the garlic sirloin is one of my husband’s favorite meats there. Pinned!
Mama Mouse says
Shut the front door, this looks amazing!
Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! says
Seriously wanting meat right now!
William Hoover says
Aimee, We are already discussing what we will do this weekend with your recipe. You have a new baby to cause some dinner time other interests. We both understand. For us, all we have is a couple German Shepherds who want to help!! Teach your children well, I say that is reference to the love of family and cooking together. That is what makes family traditions.
Regards, Bill and Libby.
( Bruno, Spirit, Valkyrie, and Ms. Jade too)
William Hoover says
I just found this via Pinterest. I like the story of your “Be Together” dinner. My Wife and I will be doing this dinner together very soon. We make our own dinners together a lot. BTW: We are married 44 years this month.
Aimee Berrett says
William, you will have to let me know what you think of the sirloin! My husband and I love cooking together, though with a baby now its a little harder. Congratulations on 44 years of marriage! That’s wonderful!
abigail deardorff says
I love in an apartment and don’t have a grill. Any thoughts about making this in an oven? Sounds wonderful!
Aimee Berrett says
Do you have an indoor grill, maybe a george foreman? I’ve never tried this with an oven, but here’s instructions from Livestrong how to cook sirloin in the oven. It will be shorter time if you cut the steak into pieces like we did. http://www.livestrong.com/article/414083-how-to-cook-sirloin-steak-in-an-oven/
Mandi says
My husband and I love this recipe for steak. We didn’t even chop up the steaks and just had the whole thing in garlic and butter with pasta and some corn. Delicious!
Aimee Berrett says
Wow, Mandi that sounds delicious! I am so glad you liked the garlic sauce on your steaks and it sounds so good with pasta too!
Jordan says
Kim! This was the first time i’ve been on your blog and i found just what i needed! i just added some parmesan powder and it tasted just like Tucanos! thanks!
Aimee Berrett says
I’m glad you made this and liked it. Not sure whose blog you think this is though, our names are Aimee and Ellen. Thanks for visiting though!
Kim says
Okay, we love Tucano’s and this recipe is so dang similar! We loved it. We’ll definitely be making it again and again. I was nervous about the amount of garlic salt, but followed your recipe exactly it turned out great. Thanks for sharing!
aimeeberrett says
Kim! Oh my goodness. Thank you so much! I am so glad that you liked the garlic sirloin! I remember we made it because we love Tucanos so much, but I don’t remember how similar it tastes, so thank you for letting me know! I’m so glad it turned out for you!
Rachel says
Oh my goodness! These were delicious! I’ve been looking all over for this recipe! I tried it out and loved it. Thanks so much!!!!
aimeeberrett says
Wow Rachel, I am so flattered whenever someone actually tries one of my recipes out and makes it. I am really happy that this recipe turned out for you and you liked it so much!!!
Jeremy and Natalie says
this looks AMAZING!