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    Home > Recipes > Beef

    Chili-Lime Glazed Beef Skewers with Charred Corn Salsa

    Published: Jun 28, 2016 · Modified: Jun 13, 2022 · by Jess Smith · Jump to Recipe · Leave a Comment · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    chili lime beef skewers

    These Chili Lime Glazed Beef Skewers balance a savory spice rub with a rich, sweet glaze. No stove or oven needed, this is an entirely outdoor-friendly recipe that highlights summer produce with lime-infused Charred Corn Salsa.

    Beef Skewers over Charred Corn Salsa on a white plate
    a charcoal grill with sparks coming out the top

    Summer is so full and ripe right now I can practically taste it. It helps that we are spending every evening in the backyard, fingers smelling of tomato leaves and fresh-picked herbs, the smoky warmth of the grill clinging to our clothes.

    Charred Corn on the Grill

    After so many years living overseas and last summer in a fun flurry of travel, I'd nearly forgotten the lovely sensory overload of summer nights at home. We've been enjoying these past weeks with family and friends, cooking dinners made entirely of summer produce and requiring little more heat than the smoke of the grill.

    grilling beef skewers

    And when we cook dinners like these, with every element getting a smoky kiss of flame, I'm certain this is how summer is meant to taste.

    The naturally sweet sugars of corn rise to the surface when they get that outer char.

    a white bowl of charred corn from the grill
    measuring Badia Complete Seasoning for Grilled Beef

    And a finish of a sweet, citrus glaze made with only five ingredients.

    basting chili lime glazed Beef Skewers on the grill

    Even before we had unpacked all the boxes in our new home (and there were many), we scrambled to outfit the oversized deck with comfortable chairs, flowering plants and fresh herbs.

    And now we'll take any excuse to pile the table high and pour just one more glass of wine before the sun dips behind the trees and lightning bugs fill the air.

    pouring a glass of red wine

    We've got big plans for the grill in the coming months. Not the least of which are a few more rounds of Chili Lime Glazed Beef Skewers and Honest Cooking's Grilled Chilean Chicken with Chile Verde Sauce. (Check out the video below!)

    More Summer Recipes

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    Chili-Lime Glazed Beef Skewers with Charred Corn Salsa

    Develop layers of flavor in these simple, smoky, grilled beef skewers that start with an herb spice rub and finish on the grill with a sweet-smoky glaze. Served over lime-infused, charred corn salsa - guaranteed to become a summer favorite!
    Prep Time45 minutes mins
    Cook Time15 minutes mins
    Total Time1 hour hr
    Course: Main Dish
    Keyword: beef recipe, easy dinner, grilled beef, summer
    Servings: 4 Servings
    Calories: 396kcal
    Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef
    Cost: $10.00

    Equipment

    • Skewers
    • Mixing Bowls
    • Gas or Charcoal Grill
    • Basting Brush

    Ingredients

    Beef Skewers:

    • 1 Tablespoon Badia Complete Seasoning
    • 1 ½ pounds Beef Sirloin, cubed (see note)

    Chili-Lime Glaze:

    • ¼ cup Honey
    • 1 Tablespoon Lime Zest (from 2-3 small limes)
    • 2 teaspoon Soy Sauce
    • 1 teaspoon Ancho Chili Powder
    • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes

    Charred Corn Salsa:

    • 4 ears Fresh Corn, husked
    • 1 Red Bell Pepper, finely diced
    • 1 Jalapeño, finely diced
    • 4 sprigs Cilantro, chopped
    • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
    • 1 Tablespoon Lime Juice

    Instructions

    • If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes before using (this will help to prevent burning).
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine Badia Complete Seasoning and cubed beef. Thread beef onto skewers. (At this point you can refrigerate the skewers, covered, for up to a day.)
    • Make glaze by whisking honey with lime zest, soy sauce, chili powder and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
    • When ready to cook, preheat a gas or charcoal grill.
    • Rub corn with some olive oil and grill, turning frequently, until it begins to char and is heated through, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. When cool enough to handle, slice kernels from cobs and transfer to a mixing bowl. Combine corn with bell pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, olive oil and lime juice. Season with some salt and pepper.
    • Grill skewers, turning to develop grill marks on all sides. Brush generously with chili-lime glaze and continue grilling until beef is cooked to your liking, about 3 minutes for medium-rare and 6 minutes for medium-well.
    • Serve skewers over corn salsa. Enjoy!

    Notes

    We have found that sirloin is a great cut for grilled skewers - more affordable than some other cuts of beef but more adaptable and tender than leaner cuts. Beef tenderloin, flank steak or even pork loin will all work great in this recipe as well.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 3g | Calories: 396kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 937mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 1512IU | Vitamin C: 51mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 4mg

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    About Jess

    Hi! I'm Jess. I am the recipe creator and photographer behind the 900+ recipes you’ll find on Inquiring Chef. As a mom to three young kids and professional cook, my mission is to make every moment in the kitchen and around the table count. If you’re looking for easy, flavorful, family-approved recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about me here.

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