Beef Kebabs with Pomegranate Couscous

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Baharat, an all-purpose Middle Eastern seasoning, shines in these beef kebabs. Paired with pomegranate couscous and an irresistible feta sauce, this dish brings a taste of the Middle East to your dinner table.

Submitted by Juliana Hale
Updated on March 15, 2018
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 kebabs
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

Feta Sauce:

  • 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

  • ¼ cup whole-milk plain Greek yogurt

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest

  • 1 tablespoon water, or more as needed

Couscous:

  • 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 ½ cups Israeli (large pearl) couscous

  • ⅓ cup pomegranate seeds

  • ¼ cup chopped pistachios

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

  • 1 teaspoon baharat (Middle Eastern spice mix)

Kebabs:

  • 12 ounces beef top sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 1 tablespoon baharat (Middle Eastern spice mix)

  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes

  • 1 small red onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges

  • 2 portobello mushrooms, stem and ribs removed, cut into 1-inch pieces

Directions

  1. To make the feta sauce, stir together feta, yogurt, lemon juice, and zest in a small bowl. Add enough water to thin to desired consistency.

  2. To prepare the couscous, bring broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add couscous. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until couscous is tender and broth is absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Add pomegranate seeds, pistachios, mint, and baharat. Toss to combine.

  3. Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat (325 to 375 degrees F (160 to 190 degrees C)). Sprinkle steak cubes with baharat; toss to coat. Thread steak, bell pepper, tomatoes, onion, and mushrooms onto eight 10-inch metal skewers (or bamboo skewers that have been soaked in water at least 30 minutes).

  4. Grill kebabs, turning once or twice, until vegetables are tender and meat is just pink in center, or until desired doneness, 8 to 12 minutes. Serve kebabs with couscous and feta sauce on the side.

Cook's Note:

Substitute New York strip steak for the top sirloin if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

241 Calories
7g Fat
30g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 241
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 3g 14%
Cholesterol 27mg 9%
Sodium 151mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 30g 11%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 15g 30%
Vitamin C 25mg 27%
Calcium 65mg 5%
Iron 1mg 8%
Potassium 437mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.