Pork Skewers with Pineapple
Pork Skewers with Pineapple are a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. These juicy, marinated pork tenderloin pieces are paired with caramelized pineapple, vibrant bell peppers, and red onion, making them perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, these skewers are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into chunks
- 1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, green), cut into pieces
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, and garlic powder to create the marinade.
- Add pork cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Thread marinated pork, pineapple chunks, bell pepper pieces, and red onion slices onto skewers in an alternating pattern.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes prior to grilling.
- Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and pineapple is slightly charred.
- Serve warm with optional drizzled marinade for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg