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Jerk Beef and Pineapple Bites

These bite-sized appetizers make a fresh and flavourful addition to any cocktail party. Prepare skewers a few hours in advance and let sit in the refrigerator so you don’t have to fuss when guests arrive.

 2 green onions, minced
 2 tbsp (30ml) lime juice
 2 tbsp (30 ml) brown sugar
 1 tbsp (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
 1 tbsp (15 ml) grated fresh ginger
 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil
 1 tsp (5 ml) salt
 1 tsp (5 ml) dried thyme
 1 tsp (5 ml) ground allspice
 ½ tsp (2 ml) cayenne pepper
 5 ½ lbs (750 g) boneless Ontario top sirloin steak, cubed
 40 pineapple chunks
 40 3-inch (7.5 cm) bamboo skewers or toothpicks
Steps:
1

In bowl, whisk together green onions, lime juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, ginger, vegetable oil, salt, thyme, allspice and cayenne. Toss with beef and marinate for at least 1 hour and up to one day.

2

Assemble one piece of beef and one pineapple chunk onto each skewer. Arrange in a single layer on a greased, foil-lined baking sheet.
Broil on high, turning once until beef is browned and pineapple starts to caramelize, about 4 to 8 minutes.

Cook's Notes:
3

Makes 40 pieces

For larger skewers, add 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces of green onion and cubed red pepper to each skewer.