Grilling Season!

Start Grilling Season with a Zesty Bang!

Warm weather, longer days, and backyard cookouts can make grilling season one of the best parts of summer. Gathering around the grill with friends and family is a great way to relax, enjoy good food, and make lasting memories.

For those with sensitive digestion or certain dietary restrictions, summer BBQs can sometimes feel a little more challenging. One simple way to make gatherings easier is to bring a dish or two that you know works well for your gut. Preparing your own recipes allows you to choose ingredients, seasonings, and toppings that fit your individual needs. Try this recipe below:

Instructions

Meat Preparation

1. Cut your sirloin steak into 1-inch cubes.
2. Whisk together all of the ingredients for the steak marinade in a bowl. You should whisk until the sugar has dissolved and no visible lumps of mustard remain.
3. Add the cubed steak and marinade into an airtight plastic bag – squeezing out as much air as possible – and store in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours but preferably overnight (Tip: Soak your bamboo skewers in water overnight to prevent them from burning).

Vegetable Preparation

1. Slice the zucchini and eggplant into medallions that are ¼ inch thick – you can choose to cut them thicker or thinner, just make sure that they are all the same size to help with even cooking.
2. Remove all seeds from the bell pepper and cut it into pieces that are similar in size to the other veggies. 

Assembly & Cooking

Before assembling the skewers, make sure to take the steak out of the refrigerator and allow it to reach room temperature. To assemble, alternate threading meat and vegetables onto each skewer. Grill the kebabs over medium heat, turning them to cook on all four sides until the outside is nicely browned and everything is thoroughly cooked (about 10-15 minutes)...and enjoy!