Mustard Crust Kebabs

Try these tasty beef cubes brushed with a tasty mustard mayonnaise, grilled and finished with crispy garlicky toasted breadcrumbs.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Serves: 4 people

To Cook Rare: 2½ mins on each side

To Cook Medium: 4 mins on each side

To Cook Well Done: 6 mins on each side

Average Cooking Time for 3lb: 0 Minutes

Ingredients

  • 450g lean beef sirloin, rump or topside steaks, cut into 2.5cm cubes
  • 2-3 tablespoons wholegrain mustard
  • 2 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 tablespoons reduced calorie mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled and finely chopped (optional)
  • 50-75g fresh white breadcrumbs
  • 1-2 tablespoons freshly chopped thyme leaves

Method

  1. Thread the beef onto 6 short metal or wooden skewers (previously soaked in water for 20 minutes).
  2. In a small bowl mix together the mustard, mayonnaise and seasoning.
  3. Brush half the mustard mayonnaise mixture over the kebabs and cook according to your preference on a prepared barbecue or preheated grill. Halfway through cooking baste with the remaining mixture.
  4. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium non-stick pan and fry the garlic, breadcrumbs and thyme for 1 minute, tossing frequently until golden brown.
  5. Transfer the kebabs onto a warm plate, sprinkle over the breadcrumb mixture and serve immediately with a crisp salad.