Alfresco beef kebabs

A delicious and healthy alternative to burgers for the barbecue this summer

Preparation: 10 mins
Serves: 6

What you need:

675g/1½lb lean sirloin, rump or topside steaks, cut into 2.5cm/1 inch cubes
100ml/4floz Greek yogurt
10ml/2tsp ground turmeric
5ml/1tsp English mustard powder or cayenne pepper
Salt and freshly milled black pepper
1 garlic clove, peeled and finely chopped
Grated zest of 1 lemon
10-12 small cherry tomatoes
Freshly chopped chives, to garnish

What you do:

In a large shallow bowl mix together the yogurt, turmeric, cayenne or mustard, seasoning and garlic. Coat the beef in the marinade on both sides. Cover and chill for up to 1 hour.
Thread the beef with the cherry tomatoes onto 6 short metal or wooden skewers (previously soaked in water for 20 minutes).
Cook the kebabs under a preheated moderate grill or on a prepared barbecue to your preferred cooking time.
Transfer the kebabs onto a warm plate, sprinkle over the freshly chopped chives and serve immediately with a crisp salad.

Handy cook's tip:

Marinading the meat overnight will give it extra flavour.

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