Brazilian Churrasco with Garlic Marinade

Step 1

Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels, removing any excess moisture so the marinade adheres better.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the minced garlic, 3 tablespoons lime juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper.

Step 3

Add the beef cubes to the bowl and toss until every piece is coated evenly with the marinade.

Step 4

Let the beef sit in the marinade for 10 minutes at room temperature while you thread each cube onto metal or wooden skewers (soak wooden skewers in water for 5 minutes first).

Step 5

Preheat a grill or grill pan to high heat until you can hold your hand 2 inches above the grates for only 2–3 seconds.

Step 6

Lay the skewers on the grill grates, leaving 1 inch of space between each skewer so heat circulates around them.

Step 7

Grill for 3–4 minutes without moving them, until the underside develops dark brown char marks.

Step 8

Rotate each skewer a quarter turn and grill for another 3–4 minutes until the new side is charred.

Step 9

Rotate one more time and grill until all four sides are deeply charred, about 3 minutes more; the beef should feel firm but still yield slightly when pressed with a finger.

Step 10

Transfer the skewers to a plate and let them rest for 2 minutes so the juices redistribute throughout the meat.