Pineapple Ginger Pork Kebabs

 

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Marinate Time: 1-2 hours (or overnight)

Cook Time: 15-20 minutes

Total Time: 35-40 minutes

Ingredients

For the Pork Kebabs:

1.5 lbs (680 g) pork tenderloin or pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Marinade:

1 cup fresh pineapple juice

1/4 cup soy sauce

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or white vinegar)

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

For the Kebabs:

1 large bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)

For Serving:

Cooked rice or quinoa (optional)

Lime wedges

Instructions

Prepare the Marinade:

Mix Marinade: In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk until well combined.

Marinate the Pork:

Marinate Pork: Place the pork cubes in a large bowl or resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the pork and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, or overnight for deeper flavor.

Prepare the Kebabs:

Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Assemble Kebabs: Thread the marinated pork cubes, bell pepper pieces, red onion pieces, and pineapple chunks onto the skewers, alternating ingredients as you go.

Grill Kebabs: Brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking. Grill the kebabs for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and has nice grill marks. The internal temperature of the pork should reach 145°F (63°C).

Serve:

Garnish: Remove the kebabs from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Serve: Serve the kebabs with cooked rice or quinoa and lime wedges on the side if desired.

Enjoy: Enjoy these flavorful and juicy kebabs with a side of your choice!

Tips:

Marinade: For best results, marinate the pork overnight to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat.

Grill Marks: Ensure the grill is hot and well-oiled to get nice sear marks on the kebabs.

Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables such as zucchini or mushrooms to the kebabs.

Enjoy your Pineapple Ginger Pork Kebabs—a delicious blend of sweet pineapple and spicy ginger that makes for a perfect grilled meal!