Best 5 Apricot Glazed Pork Kabobs Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our Apricot Glazed Pork Kabobs, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender pork cubes, skillfully skewered and grilled to perfection, then generously coated in a luscious apricot glaze that imparts a sweet and tangy harmony. Accompanying the pork kabobs is a refreshing cucumber salad, its crispness and coolness providing a perfect counterbalance to the richness of the meat. To complete this culinary masterpiece, we present a delectable pineapple upside-down cake, a classic dessert with a golden-brown crust and a moist, flavorful interior that will leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

APRICOT GLAZED PORK KABOBS



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Make and share this Apricot Glazed Pork Kabobs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb boneless pork loin, cut into one-inch cubes
1 (10 ounce) jar apricot preserves
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
4 tablespoons orange liqueur or 4 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Stir together preserves, ginger, liqueur and butter, simmer in a small saucepan until butter is melted.
  • Place pork cubes in heavy plastic bag, pour 3/4 cup apricot mixture over to coat. Marinate at least 30 minutes. Thread pork onto 4-6 skewers that have been soaked in water for 60 minutes, grill over hot coals 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with marinade.
  • Heat remaining apricot sauce to boiling and serve alongside kabobs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.2, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 86.7, Sodium 137.7, Carbohydrate 64.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 36.8, Protein 23.2

APRICOT PORK MEDALLIONS



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There's nothing we love more than a great pork dish for supper in our house and this recipe is up there with the best of them. I find that apricot preserves gives the pork just the right amount of sweetness without being cloying. -Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into eight slices
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon butter, divided
1/2 cup apricot preserves
2 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Pound pork slices with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Brown pork on each side. Remove pork from pan, reserving drippings., Add preserves, green onions, vinegar, mustard and remaining butter to pan; bring just to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 3-4 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Return pork to pan; cook until pork is tender. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

PLUM-GLAZED PORK KABOBS



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Get out there and fire up the grill for pork kabobs, a tasty alternative to chicken and beef. These sweet and gingery beauties make dinnertime happy. -Tonya Burkhard, Palm Coast, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup plum jam
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 medium sweet red pepper
1 medium green pepper
1 small red onion
2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each)

Steps:

  • For glaze, in a small bowl, mix jam, soy sauce, garlic and ginger. Cut vegetables and pork into 1-in. pieces. On six metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread pork and vegetables., On a lightly greased grill rack, grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat 12-15 minutes or until pork is tender, turning occasionally and brushing with 1/4 cup glaze during the last 5 minutes. Brush with remaining glaze before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PORK, APRICOT, AND RED-ONION KEBABS



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Apricots add summery sweetness, with a hint of tartness, to these kebabs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Vegetable oil, for grates
1/4 cup apricot jam
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pork tenderloin (about 1 pound), cut into 20 cubes (each 1 inch)
8 apricots (about 1 pound), pitted and quartered
1 small red onion, cut into 2-inch wedges, layers separated

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium; lightly oil grates. Soak four 12-inch wooden skewers in a shallow dish of water for 15 minutes (or use metal ones).
  • Make basting sauce: In a small saucepan, heat jam, cayenne, and 1 tablespoon water over medium-low until jam is liquefied; season with salt and pepper.
  • Onto each skewer, alternately thread 5 pieces of pork with 8 of apricot and 4 of onion, beginning and ending with pork. Grill kebabs, turning occasionally and brushing with basting sauce, until pork is cooked through and apricots begin to char, 12 to 14 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g

APRICOT-GLAZED PORK TENDERLOIN



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A simple apricot glaze made with preserves lends a delightful zest to this tender pork. It's so fuss-free and delicious, you'll make it again and again. -Crystal Holsinger, Surprise, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup apricot preserves
3 tablespoons sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Place pork on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Combine the oil, salt and pepper; rub over pork., Bake at 425° for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; spoon over pork. Bake 10-17 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 145°, basting occasionally with pan juices. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To ensure the pork kabobs are cooked evenly, cut the pork into uniform pieces.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the pork, as this will help prevent the meat from tearing.
  • If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before threading the pork to prevent them from burning.
  • Marinate the pork kabobs for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to develop.
  • When grilling the kabobs, cook them over medium heat and turn them frequently to prevent them from burning.
  • To prevent the kabobs from sticking to the grill, lightly grease the grates before cooking.
  • Serve the kabobs with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tzatziki sauce or a simple vinaigrette.

Conclusion:

Apricot-glazed pork kabobs are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that are perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and savory flavors makes them a hit with everyone, and they can be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you are grilling them in the summer or cooking them in the oven in the winter, these kabobs are sure to be a hit.

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