Beef Alambre
Sizzling grilled beef skewers loaded with peppers, onions, and cheese wrapped in bacon. A vibrant Mexican street food favorite with bold, smoky flavors.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Cut beef into 1-inch cubes and pat dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Dice bell peppers and onion into 1-inch pieces. Cut cheese into 1-inch cubes. Leave jalapeños whole.
Step 3
Season beef cubes with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 4
Wrap each bacon strip around a cheese cube, then thread onto skewer in this pattern: beef, peppers, onion, bacon-wrapped cheese, jalapeño. Repeat until skewer is full, ending with beef.
Step 5
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush grates with oil.
Step 6
Brush assembled skewers with olive oil. Place on grill and cook 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until beef is charred and cooked to medium (160°F internal temperature) and bacon is crispy.
Step 7
Remove from grill and squeeze fresh lime juice over skewers. Serve immediately while cheese is melted.
Tools you’ll need
- 8 wooden skewers
- Grill or grill pan
- Meat thermometer
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Tongs
- Brush for oil
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