Beef and Pepper Kabobs
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I've traveled to many different countries and am always on the lookout for cookbooks. I adapted this recipe from a Turkish cookbook and it brings rave reviews whenever I serve it. I usually serve the kabobs with rice pilaf and a tossed salad.
SERVINGS: 6-8
CATEGORY: Main Dish

METHOD: Grill (gas or charcoal)
TIME: Prep: 15 min. + marinating Grill: 15 min.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 pounds boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 each medium sweet green, yellow, orange and red peppers
Directions:
In a large heavy-duty resealable plastic bag, combine the lemon juice, oil, onion, thyme, salt and pepper. Add meat; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
Cut peppers into 1-in. squares and thread onto metal or soaked wooden skewers alternately with meat. Grill over medium heat for 12-15 minutes or until the meat reaches desired doneness, turning often. Yield: 6-8 servings. Editor's Note: Boneless lamb can be substituted for the beef.