“Street Fair BBQ Beef Skewers”

Allergens

Soy (if using store-bought barbecue sauce), Gluten (if using store-bought barbecue sauce)

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef sirloin, cut into 1
• inch cubes
• 16 wooden skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
• 1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into 1
• inch thick rings
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/4 cup chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, pureed
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups wood chips, soaked (hickory or oak recommended)

Instructions

1. Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium high heat (around 400°F). Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
2. In a medium bowl, combine barbecue sauce, pureed chipotle peppers, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir until well combined. Set aside.
3. Thread the beef cubes onto the soaked skewers, leaving some space between each piece for even cooking.
4. Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 2 3 minutes per side, or until desired doneness is reached. Brush with the chipotle BBQ sauce during the last minute of cooking.
5. Meanwhile, place the pineapple rings on another part of the grill, cooking for 2 3 minutes per side until caramelized and slightly charred. Remove from heat.
6. Serve the skewers over the grilled pineapple rings, drizzled with extra chipotle BBQ sauce if desired.

Chef’s Insight

The key to this dish is the perfect balance of smoke and heat from the chipotle peppers. Adjust the spice level according to your preference.

Notes

Be sure to use fresh pineapple for the best taste and texture.