Stick Food
Whenever I think of making shish kebabs or any other meat-on-a-stick meals I am always reminded of Cameron Diaz in the movie Something About Mary, when she has a compelling conversation about the need for more meat-on-a-stick options. Plus, cutting up some meat and veggies to skewer is an easy way to get some yummy grill flavor.
If you have already read my previous recipe entries then you know I am on a Paleo meal challenge right now for 3 weeks. I have been eating this way for over a week now and am feeling great now that the first 3 days are over. I have already had to tighten my belt another notch and that makes me happy. I know kebabs seem like ordinary food but this is just an idea and proof that everyday Paleo eating is simple.
I found some grassfed top sirloin on sale for $4.99. I freeze it partially before cutting into chunks because it makes it easier to cut since the meat is firmer. Since we are on a budget we went with the staple organic vegetables that we can get at Trader Joe’s for not too much money. Along with the marinated top sirloin we also added zucchini, green pepper, onions and garlic to the skewers. We grilled them to perfection and ate them with a salad. In the morning we cut up the leftovers and ate them with eggs. So good.
I don’t have a specific marinade that I use. Sometimes I ‘cheat’ and use a bottled Soyaki which has sugar in it. Other times I make my own but I’m not the type to measure out ingredients. Usually a bit of lemon juice, oil, tamari, and salt & pepper will do the trick but here are a couple of links to Paleo marinade recipes;
Teriyaki Marinade (uses soy; maybe sub tamari??)
Another tip: soak your skewers so they don’t burn up on the grill.
