Grilled Maple–Dijon Bacon Beef Skewers with Charred Broccoli & Garlicky Mushrooms
Sweet-salty, smoky, and weeknight-friendly: grilled beef skewers with a maple-mustard glaze, plus charred broccoli and a warm garlic mushroom sauté. It’s steakhouse energy with minimal dishes.
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- MarcAngelo Montreal Spice Bacon Beef Skewers 1 package (about 10 oz) + 2 metal/soaked wooden skewers if needed $9.99 (0.62 lb)
- Organic Broccoli Bunch (or Baby Organic Broccoli) 1 bunch (about 12–16 oz), cut into florets $3.49/lb (or $4.99/lb)
- Simple Truth Organic® Sliced Baby Bella Mushrooms (or Whole White Mushrooms) 8 oz $4.79 (8 oz)
- Organic Garlic (or Simple Truth Organic® Garlic Bulbs) 2–3 cloves, minced $6.99/lb (or $2.79/3 ct)
- Maple syrup 1 1/2 tbsp
- Dijon mustard 1 tbsp
- Soy sauce 2 tsp
- Olive oil 2 tbsp, divided
- Butter 1 tbsp (optional for mushrooms)
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: lemon 1/2, for finishing broccoli
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat grill to medium-high (about 400–450°F). If using wooden skewers, soak 20 minutes. Cut broccoli into florets; slice mushrooms if not pre-sliced; mince garlic.
- Make the glaze: Stir maple syrup, Dijon, soy sauce, 1 tsp olive oil, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Grill the skewers: Place beef skewers on the grill. Cook 2–3 minutes per side, turning until browned and cooked to your liking (8–12 minutes total depending on thickness). During the last 2 minutes, brush with glaze and let it tack up. Rest 3 minutes.
- Char the broccoli (grill): Toss broccoli with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill in a grill basket or on foil (or carefully directly on grates) until charred-tender, 6–10 minutes, turning occasionally. Finish with a squeeze of lemon if you like.
- Sauté the garlic mushrooms (stove): While beef rests, heat a skillet over medium-high with 2 tsp olive oil (and butter if using). Add mushrooms; cook undisturbed 2 minutes to brown, then stir and cook 3–4 minutes more. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds. Season with salt/pepper.
- Serve: Plate grilled skewers with charred broccoli and garlicky mushrooms. Drizzle any extra glaze over the beef (go lightly—it’s potent).
Health notes: ~820 kcal/person. Healthiness: Moderate—protein-forward with two veggies; keep glaze light and use 1 tbsp oil total for a lighter version.
Drink pairing: Wine: Washington Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot (Columbia Valley). Beer: amber ale or brown ale.