Paleo Hawaiian Barbecue Beef
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this Paleo Hawaiian Barbecue Beef recipe, a mouthwatering fusion of smoky, savory, and sweet flavors! Tender beef sirloin cubes are marinated in a vibrant blend of coconut aminos, pineapple juice, apple cider vinegar, and fragrant spices like garlic, ginger, and smoked paprika. Skewered with juicy, caramelized chunks of fresh pineapple, these grilled bites deliver a perfect balance of tangy and smoky goodness while staying gluten-free and soy-free. Finished with a garnish of fresh cilantro and green onions, this paleo-friendly dish is ideal for summer cookouts or weeknight grilling. Ready in under an hour, it's a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal that pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or grilled veggies.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef sirloin
- 1 medium pineapple
- 1 cup coconut aminos
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup pineapple juice
- 4 whole garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.25 cup cilantro
Instructions
1. Begin by trimming any excess fat from the beef sirloin, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
2. Peel and core the pineapple, then chop it into 1-inch chunks.
3. Mince the garlic cloves and grate the ginger.
4. In a large bowl, combine the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, pineapple juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, sea salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir well to create the marinade.
5. Add the beef cubes and pineapple chunks to the bowl with the marinade. Toss to coat the beef and pineapple evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
6. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
7. Thread the marinated beef cubes and pineapple chunks alternately onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
8. Brush the skewers lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
9. Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is cooked to your desired level of doneness, and the pineapple has caramelized slightly.
10. While the skewers are grilling, thinly slice the green onions and chop the cilantro.
11. Once done, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
12. Garnish the skewers with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.6 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 184 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 1714 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.7 g | ||
| Protein | 71.2 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1274 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
