Zesty Brazilian Beef Skewers with Chimichurri Rice

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups long grain rice
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tbsp lime zest
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the beef, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup cilantro, and 1/8 tsp each salt and pepper. Toss to coat, cover, and marinate for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 minced garlic clove, parsley, red wine vinegar, crushed red pepper, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper. Set the chimichurri sauce aside.