Ingredients

1 boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 1/4 inches thick (approx. 1 1/2 pounds)
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
Salt

Seasoning:
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper sauce or 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

Directions

Trim fat from beef steak. Cut steak into 1 1/4-inch pieces. In medium bowl, combine seasoning ingredients. Add beef; toss to coat. Alternately thread beef and bell pepper onto each of six 10-inch metal skewers. Place kabobs on grid over medium ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, 8 to 11 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally; season with salt, if desired. Garnish as desired. Makes 6 servings.

Each serving contains 216 calories, 11g fat, 2.5g carb, 263mg sodium, 76mg cholesterol. From Donald Sproul, Maine, $2,500 Honorable mention, 1995 National Beef Cook-Off.