Flavorful beef chunks marinated in a sweet and savory allspice-mustard glaze, grilled or pan-fried until tender, and topped with a savory crispy lardon crumble.

Servings: 4 servings
Prep Time: 25 minutes + 1 hour marinating
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes

Ingredients

• 750 grams Shin of beef, cut into 2-3 cm cubes
• 100 grams Smoked lardons or smoked bacon, snipped into small pieces
• 1 large Onions, finely grated or very finely minced
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons Wholegrain mustard
• 2 tablespoons Soft dark brown sugar
• 60 millilitres Dark Belgian dark ale
• 1 tablespoon Goose fat (or oil of your choice)
• 1/2 teaspoon Maldon sea salt flakes (or pouring salt)
• 1 pinch Black pepper
• 8 Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the beef cubes with grated onion, allspice, thyme, wholegrain mustard, brown sugar, ale, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours.
2. While beef marinates, cook the lardons: Heat a dry pan over medium heat. Add the snipped lardons and cook until very crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside to drain on paper towels. Discard most of the rendered fat, reserving about 1 tablespoon.
3. Thread the marinated beef cubes onto skewers. Discard any excess marinade.
4. Heat the reserved lardon fat (or goose fat/oil) in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
5. Cook the beef skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning frequently, until browned and cooked to your desired doneness (medium-rare to medium is recommended).
6. Alternatively, grill the skewers over direct medium heat for 10-15 minutes, turning often, until cooked through and slightly charred.
7. Serve the cooked skewers immediately, sprinkled generously with the crispy lardon crumble.