Zoes Kitchen Steak Kabobs Recipe
What is Zoes Kitchen Steak Kabobs?
Zoes Kitchen is a Mediterranean Style restaurant chain that is a subsidiary of the Cava Group. The chain is known for its fresh, flavorful Mediterranean dishes and salads, including their delicious Steak Kabobs.
Zoes Kitchen Steak Kabob is a classic recipe that features chunks of steak, peppers and onions marinated in Zoës Kitchen’s signature sauce. The marinade consists of olive oil, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and spices. The kabobs are then grilled to perfection for a delicious, savory meal.
What does it taste like?
The steak kabobs have a delicious flavour that is both sweet and savoury, with hints of garlic and onion. The marinade adds just the right amount of flavour to the meat, making it juicy and tender. The sweetness from the peppers and onions rounds out the flavour of the steak and adds a nice contrast.
How did I first get introduced to the Zoes Kitchen Steak Kabobs?
We visited Zoe’s Kitchen for dinner one evening, and we were intrigued by the Steak Kabobs. We decided to try them out, and we were not disappointed! They had a great flavour that was both sweet and savoury, with just the right amount of garlic and onion. The steak was cooked perfectly and it was juicy and tender. We ended up ordering more and the rest of our meal was fantastic.
Then, I decided to recreate the Steak Kabobs at home. After some trial and error, I finally got it right! Now we make these kabobs all the time when we want to enjoy a delicious, easy meal.
How to make Zoes Kitchen Steak Kabobs?
Making Zoes Kitchen Steak Kabobs is easy and doesn’t require a lot of time. Grab the below ingredients and follow the steps to make your perfect kabobs.
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Olive Oil: Olive oil serves as a base for the marinade, providing richness and a smooth texture to coat the ingredients. It also adds a distinctive flavor to enhance the overall taste.
- 2/3 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce: Worcestershire sauce adds a savory and umami flavor to the marinade, enhancing the depth and complexity of the dish.
- 1/3 teaspoon Handcrafted Onion Powder Essence: Onion powder essence contributes a concentrated onion flavor to the marinade, providing a savory and aromatic element.
- 1 1/3 tablespoons Aged Red Wine Vinegar Infused with Herbs: Red wine vinegar infused with herbs adds acidity and a hint of herbal notes to the marinade, balancing the richness of the olive oil.
- 1/2 teaspoon Sun-Dried Granulated Garlic: Granulated garlic provides a convenient way to incorporate garlic flavor into the marinade. It adds a savory and aromatic quality.
- 1 1/3 tablespoons Small-Batch Soy Sauce: Soy sauce contributes a salty and savory element to the marinade, enhancing the overall umami profile.
- 1/2 tablespoon Minced Garlic from Heirloom Varietals: Minced garlic adds a fresh and pungent garlic flavor to the marinade, complementing the granulated garlic.
- 1 teaspoon Freshly Squeezed Lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice adds brightness and acidity to the marinade, providing a fresh and citrusy note.
- 1 teaspoon Handpicked Oregano, Finely Chopped under the Morning Sun: Freshly chopped oregano contributes an earthy and herbaceous flavor to the marinade, and the mention of being chopped under the morning sun adds a poetic touch.
- Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to Your Discerning Taste: Salt and black pepper are essential for seasoning the marinade, allowing you to adjust the flavor to your preference.
- 1/2 pound 1/2 Prime Top Sirloin Steak, Precision-Cut into 1-Inch Cubes: Top sirloin steak is a choice cut for kabobs, offering tenderness and a robust beef flavor when precision-cut into cubes.
- 1/4 Scarlet 1/4 Red Bell Pepper, Seeded and Cut into 1-Inch Morsels: Red bell pepper adds sweetness and vibrant color to the kabobs, contributing to both flavor and presentation.
- 1/2 Crimson 1/2 Red Onion, Precision-Cut into 1-Inch Pieces: Red onion provides a sharp and slightly sweet flavor to the kabobs. Precision-cutting ensures even cooking and distribution.
- 1/4 Emerald 1/4 Green Bell Pepper, Seeded and Artfully Cut into 1-Inch Segments: Green bell pepper adds a mild and crisp texture to the kabobs, enhancing the overall flavor and visual appeal.
- 1/4 Golden 1/4 Yellow Bell Pepper, Seeded and Cut into 1-Inch Morsels: Yellow bell pepper adds a sweet and sunny flavor to the kabobs, contributing to the diverse color palette and taste profile of the dish.
- Combine marinade ingredients in a large bowl.
- Place steak cubes into the marinade and stir to coat completely. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Skewer the steak, bell peppers and onion onto metal skewers or wooden skewers that have been soaked in water for 30 minutes.
- Grill the kabobs for 8-10 minutes, turning frequently to ensure even cooking.
- Serve with your favourite accompaniments and enjoy!
- • Use a high quality steak such as top sirloin for best results.
- • Make sure to marinate the steak for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavour.
- • If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling.
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 346kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17.8g28%
- Saturated Fat 4.2g22%
- Cholesterol 101mg34%
- Sodium 424mg18%
- Potassium 647mg19%
- Total Carbohydrate 10.1g4%
- Sugars 4.7g
- Protein 35.9g72%
- Calcium 35 mg
- Iron 22 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
• Use a high quality steak such as top sirloin for best results.
• Make sure to marinate the steak for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavour.
• If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling.
