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Grilled Meat Skewers with French Fries

Juicy grilled meat skewers served with crispy french fries and a simple tomato dipping sauce. A satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together quickly.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
550
Protein
35g
Grilled Meat Skewers with French Fries
comfortingcasualamericandairy-freebeefcrispyjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut the 1.5 lb beef sirloin into 1-inch cubes and thread onto skewers. Season with 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush skewers with 1 tbsp olive oil.

  3. Step 3

    Grill skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked to your liking (internal temp 135°F for medium-rare).

  4. Step 4

    Meanwhile, cook the 1 lb french fries according to package directions, usually 15-20 minutes in a 425°F oven until golden and crispy.

  5. Step 5

    In a small bowl, mix 1 cup tomato sauce with 1 tbsp olive oil and 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil. Season with salt to taste.

  6. Step 6

    Serve skewers with fries and the tomato sauce on the side for dipping.

  7. Step 7

    Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • grill or grill pan
  • skewers
  • baking sheet
  • small bowl

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