Name: Marinated Steak Skewers Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds marinating steak (cut into cubes); 30 small white mushrooms (200g); 1/2 red onion (cut into 1" cubes); 1 Tbsp fresh grated ginger; 2/3 cup coconut aminos (soy sauce can be substituted); 1 tsp granulated stevia (or white sugar); 1/4 cup olive oil; 20 wooden skewers

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These mouthwatering marinated steak skewers are packed with juicy beef, vibrant veggies, and irresistible smoky flavor — ideal for camping trips or quick summer dinners.

These sizzling steak skewers are beyond delicious! Recipes like this are perfect for grilling at home or prepping ahead for the great outdoors.

Last summer was my first since beginning my ketogenic journey. What I quickly learned was that many of my favorite recipes can easily be converted to keto with a few simple substitutions.

BBQ and grilling recipes like steak skewers are incredibly versatile. These beauties were my camping lifesaver last summer, especially because I was juggling both a new keto routine and teenage boys who eat like competitive linebackers.

What I love most about this recipe is how easy it is to prep at home. Just mix the marinade, toss everything into freezer bags, slide them into the freezer, and boom — dinner’s handled.

Take a look at these keto camping food ideas, 20+ keto camping recipes, and keto backpacking food ideas for more inspiration!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These marinated steak kebabs are packed with bold flavors, easy to customize, and perfect for low-carb or family-style camping meals. The tender beef chunks drink up the marinade like a sponge and the veggies get caramelized and smoked to perfection.

Whether you cook them over a campfire or toss them on the grill or into the oven at home, these kabobs always cook up juicy, tender, and wildly delicious.

Preparing camping meals at home before we head out on our adventures helps to make our trips more enjoyable and stress free. And honestly, any meal that lets me leave the mess at home deserves a standing ovation.

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Our Camp Cooking Essentials

A pie iron camp cooker makes cooking over the open fire super easy. Check out these 20+ Pie Iron Recipe Ideas for tons of camp cooker inspiration! Or visit my how to use a pie iron post for tips.
Foil pie plates make tinfoil packet meals even easier with the sturdy base that they provide.
These grilling bags that I recently found are amazing! Simply add all of your ingredients to the bag at home, then throw it on the campfire or grill when camping in the great outdoors.
We love these BBQ cooking gloves because they make handling campfire food a whole lot safer!

These skewers require only a few keto-friendly ingredients — steak, mushrooms, and onions. The marinade that I use is also keto, but I have included instructions for anyone not following a low-carb lifestyle.

I used coconut aminos in this recipe, but soy sauce can easily be substituted. And instead of white sugar or honey, I used Stevia, but you can use your sweetener of choice.

How to Make These Marinated Steak Skewers

Ingredients

Steak, cut into 1-inch cubes – Choose a tender cut like ribeye, flank steak, strip steak, or top sirloin steak so your skewers stay juicy and never chewy.
Mushrooms – They soak up the marinade and turn smoky and irresistible on the grill.
Red onion – Adds sweetness and color.
Ginger, freshly grated – A bright, zippy kick that makes the whole marinade taste extra fresh.
Coconut aminos – A rich, savory keto-friendly swap for soy sauce.
Stevia – Provides a touch of sweetness to round out the marinade without adding carbs. Use your sweetener of choice.
Olive oil – Helps the marinade cling to every nook and cranny of the beef and veggies.
Wooden skewers – Use bamboo skewers soaked in water or try sturdy metal skewers for a reusable option.

Instructions

1. Cut the steak and vegetables into even chunks using a very sharp knife, aiming for 1-inch cubes. Next, thread the beef, mushrooms, and red onion onto the skewers, alternating as you go.

2. Place the skewers into a large freezer-safe plastic bag or airtight container and cover with the marinade ingredients. Freeze for up to 3 months or store in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.

3. Defrost the skewers if frozen, then grill over medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes or until steak is cooked to your liking.

I like to serve hot steak skewers with chimichurri sauce, a simple green salad, or my absolute favorite cauliflower salad for the perfect camping combination!

Tips and Tricks

Chilling the meat slightly before slicing can make it easier to cut.
Lightly oil the grill grates before cooking to prevent sticking.
Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes so they don’t scorch over the fire.
Prep extra marinade and freeze it to use as an easy sauce base later.
Experiment with marinade flavors, like adding lemon juice, red wine vinegar, fresh herbs, garlic, or even red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Let the skewers rest for a few minutes after grilling so the juices redistribute.
Rotate the skewers often to encourage even caramelization on all the veggies.

Tips for Making Camping Freezer Meals

Use 1-gallon, large freezer bags. Label bags with the date, recipe, and cooking instructions.
Lay ingredients flat in the bag for easier storage in the freezer.
Defrost meals in the refrigerator and place into tinfoil packets for cooking or onto BBQ.
Store meals for up to three months in the freezer.

Tips for Camping Meal Preparation

Prepare meals in advance at home whenever possible. Leave most of the mess at home, where running water is more accessible and cleanup is easier. Trust me on this one!
Create “one pot” family-style meals for quick dinners that don’t require a lot of thought.
Use tinfoil packets, foil pie pans, or camp cookers. These tools help to make cleanup a breeze!
Pack ingredients in 1-gallon size freezer bags for flexible storage in small fridges and coolers.
Plan meals that use similar ingredients to help make packing and planning easy. These cheesy vegetable campfire dip, loaded campfire potatoes, and tinfoil packet nacho dip recipes are some of our favorites.
Use my blank printable meal plan or camping meal plans to help organize your next trip.

Basic Camping Food Tips

Follow these tips to make sure that you have the right variety of foods packed for your next trip.

1. Use fresh food first.

Fresh foods like meats, fruit, and vegetables should be eaten at the beginning of your trip. Don’t make the mistake of reserving these items, as they are more likely to spoil, wasting money and leaving you with less food to consume. These foods have been known to go off during our camping trips, so it’s best to eat them first.

2. Use frozen foods next.

Frozen foods are great for packing while camping. They can be used as additional ice packs in coolers and consumed at a later date as they defrost. Meals should stay in the cooler or refrigerator until ready to be eaten. Be especially mindful of frozen meats that can spoil easily. It’s best to eat fresh and frozen foods before moving on to non-perishable items.

3. Finally, use non-perishable items.

Once the fresh and frozen foods that you have packed are eaten, start to use up your non-perishable items. Non-perishables can include things like: crackers, popcorn, rice, pasta, and canned goods.

4. Keep snacks on hand.

Packing a wide variety of snacks is always a good idea. Depending on the activities that you are doing while camping, you may need the extra calorie consumption. Or if your other foods spoil, you have something else to rely on. We like to pack: sunflower seeds, nuts, protein bars, and beef jerky.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long should steak skewers marinate?
Most cuts need at least 30 minutes, but several hours or overnight gives the best flavor and tenderness.

What cut of steak is best for kabobs?
Cuts like ribeye, top sirloin steak, flank steak, or strip steak hold up well and stay juicy on the grill.

Can I use different vegetables on my steak skewers?
Absolutely — options like zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and bell peppers all hold up beautifully on the grill.

How long do steak kebabs take to cook?
They typically need 8–10 minutes over medium-high heat, turning regularly for even cooking and caramelization.

Can I save leftover marinade?
Leftover marinade that has touched raw meat should be discarded, but you can always set aside some before adding the steak to use as a finishing drizzle.

This delicious steak recipe is the kind of easy win you’ll find yourself making all summer long. Whether you pack these skewers for camping, toss them on the backyard grill, or pop them into the oven on a busy weeknight, these meaty, veggie-packed beauties always deliver big flavor with minimal fuss.

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