Texas Beef Council

Mexican Skewers with Charred Corn and Black Bean Salsa Appetizers

Servings
   Serves 4 (appetizer portions)

Prep Time
   25 minutes

Refrigerate
   30 minutes to overnight

Cook Time
   7 minutes

Cooking Methods
   Grilling
   Broiling

Beef Type
   Chuck


Ingredients

  • 1 petite shoulder tender (approx. 10 oz.)
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 Tbsp. cointreau
  • 2 Tbsp. tequila
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1 medium jalapeno, seeded
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • Charred Corn and Black Bean Salsa

Instructions

Cut petite tender into one inch cubes, set aside. In a food processor, combine remaining ingredients processing until smooth.

Add beef cubes to marinade and refrigerate 30 minutes to overnight. Drain marinade; discard. Place marinated beef cubes on a five-inch wooden skewer. Grill to medium doneness.

Serve with Charred Corn and Black Bean Salsa.

Suggestions

Soak wooden skewers 10 minutes in water to prevent burning.