These kabobs require little preparation and give maximum satisfaction.

4 teaspoons whole coriander seeds, finely ground

4 teaspoons anise seeds, finely ground

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon ground paprika

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/2 cup olive oil

Salt

1 1/2 pounds boneless sirloin steak, fat trimmed, cut into 1 1/4-inch cubes

20 small white button mushrooms (10 ounces)

12 red pearl onions (3 ounces), peeled and cut in half lengthwise

Freshly ground black pepper

Heat a grill or grill pan. Place ground coriander and anise seeds in a medium bowl. Add garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, and 1/4 cup olive oil. Season marinade with salt, and stir until combined. Add sirloin cubes, and stir to coat.
In a medium bowl, combine mushrooms, onions, and remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Season with salt and pepper; toss to coat.
Divide steak among 4 skewers; thread, leaving 1/2 inch between each cube. Divide vegetables among another 4 skewers; thread.
Grill the sirloin kebabs until well browned and medium rare, and grill the vegetable kebabs until glistening, tender, and slightly charred, 5 to 7 minutes for both. Serve on the skewers.