Petite Sirah Pairings Cocoa-Rubbed Steak Kabobs

Ingredients

• Wooden or bamboo skewers
• 1 lb Chuck eye roast or bottom round roast (or any beef you prefer)
• ¼ cup Instant espresso
• 1 tbsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Pepper
• Red Wine Reduction Sauce (recipe on website)

Directions

1. 1

   Soak skewers in water while preparing the kabobs.

2. 2

   Combine the six dry ingredients in a large bowl or a gallon-size plastic bag, and mix.

3. 3

   Cut the meat into two-inch cubes then add to the dry rub mixture in the bowl or bag. Coat meat thoroughly and let sit for 15-20 minutes. Use this time to make the Red Wine Reduction Sauce and start your grill.

4. 4

   When the meat is ready, carefully thread the beef onto the skewers. Be sure to leave a bit of space between pieces to ensure even cooking.

5. 5

   Grill over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes on each side. Remove to a platter and let rest for a few minutes. Drizzle with a bit of the Red Wine Reduction Sauce and serve the rest on the side.

6. 6

   Soak skewers in water while preparing the kabobs.

7. 7

   Combine the six dry ingredients in a large bowl or a gallon-size plastic bag, and mix.

8. 8

   Cut the meat into two-inch cubes then add to the dry rub mixture in the bowl or bag. Coat meat thoroughly and let sit for 15-20 minutes. Use this time to make the Red Wine Reduction Sauce and start your grill.

9. 9

   When the meat is ready, carefully thread the beef onto the skewers. Be sure to leave a bit of space between pieces to ensure even cooking.

10. 10

    Grill over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes on each side. Remove to a platter and let rest for a few minutes. Drizzle with a bit of the Red Wine Reduction Sauce and serve the rest on the side.