Pork kabobs, also known as pinchos, are a delectable dish that combines tender and flavorful pork with an array of vibrant vegetables, grilled to perfection. Marinated in a zesty blend of herbs, spices, and tangy liquids, the pork is skewered alongside colorful bell peppers, crisp onions, juicy tomatoes, and succulent mushrooms. These succulent kabobs are then grilled over medium heat, allowing the smoky aromas to infuse the ingredients and create a tantalizing charred exterior. Served with an array of dipping sauces, such as a creamy tzatziki or a spicy harissa, pork kabobs offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or seeking a quick and easy weeknight meal, these pork kabobs are sure to be a hit.
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MAKE-IT-MINE PORK KABOBS
Summer entertaining just got more delicious. These grilled pork kabobs are tender, juicy and so easy to customize with your favorite combination of herbs and vegetables.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 23m
Yield 8 Skewers
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a self-sealing plastic bag combine cubed pork, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger and Dijon-style mustard (or Chinese Five Spice); seal bag and refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours.
- Prepare medium-hot fire with charcoal or preheat gas to medium high.
- Remove pork from marinade, and discard marinade. Thread pork, sweet peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini alternately onto 8 skewers. Grill kabobs directly over fire, turning to brown evenly, for 5 minutes. Brush kabobs with the melted jelly. Continue to grill for 3 to 10 minutes more or until tender. Let rest 3 minutes before serving.
PINCHOS
Pinchos are grilled marinated chunks of pork or chicken on a stick, Puerto Rico's version of shish kebab. The traditional way to eat pinchos is with a slice of soft, warm bread. It's one of the island's most popular street foods, and some of my favorite childhood memories are of sitting and talking or dancing around by my cousin's roadside pinchos stand. There are lots of versions of pinchos, but what I think makes this recipe especially good is the use of sofrito, the magical Puerto Rican blend of herbs and aromatics that's the base of some of our tastiest dishes. Sofrito is easy to make yourself, or you can buy it premade.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 12h20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the sofrito, oil, sazon, adobo, onion powder, granulated garlic and black pepper in a large bowl. Add the pork and toss to coat. Marinate the meat at least overnight or 12 hours for best results.
- When ready to cook, remove the meat from the refrigerator. Drain off and discard the marinade. Preheat a grill to 450 degrees F or medium-high heat. Thread the meat onto 12- or 14-inch skewers, leaving a 3-inch space at the bottom of each skewer.
- Place the skewers on the grill and grill for 3 minutes. Carefully flip the skewers and grill the other side for 3 minutes. Flip the skewers again and cook for an additional 2 minutes on the other side, then brush the pinchos with barbecue sauce. Flip once more and cook until the pinchos are browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the pork registers 145 degrees F, about 2 minutes more. Remove from the grill, brush again with barbecue sauce, and rest 5 minutes before serving. Toast the slices of bread on the grill; skewer one slice onto the top of each pincho.
PINCHOS (SPANISH KEBABS/TAPAS - PORK, LAMB, PRAWNS OR CHICKEN)
Enjoyed at bars all over Spain, pinchos are wonderful kebabs that taste equally good made with pork, chicken, prawns or lamb. At some bars, the seasoning is as simple as garlic and hot, sweet paprika. Here is a favorite marinade recipe for Pinchos Morunos. Recipe courtesy Anya von Bremzen, The Spanish Table. Time does not include 6-8 hours marination.
Provided by Sandi From CA
Categories Pork
Time 20m
Yield 8 tapas
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place the onion, garlic, sweet and hot paprikas, 2 tsp of the salt, the oregano, peppercorns, thyme, cumin, cinnamon, bay leaf, vinegar, wine (if using) and olive oil in a mini food processor and process to a paste.
- Place the pork in a bowl and rub a little salt on it. Scrape the marinade into the bowl with the meat and toss to combine thoroughly.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the pork for 4-6 hours, tossing a few times. Let the meat come to room temperature before grilling.
- Light the grill and preheat it to medium-high or preheat a large ridged grill pan to medium-high over medium heat.
- When ready to cook, thread the meat onto the skewers and brush it with a little olive oil.
- Cook the meat, brushing with olive oil and turning once, until it is just cooked through, 5-7 minutes. (If you are cooking lamb and would like it medium-rare, don't cook it quite so long). Serve the kebabs at once.
PORK KABOBS (PINCHOS)
In Puerto Rico pinchos are grilled pork or chicken kabobs. They are just to die for! They are served with a slice of bread at the very tip. If you don't have a pilón (mortar and pestle) you can mix your marinade in a food processor or blender. From about.com.
Provided by l0ve2c00k
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 6-9 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Using a pilón (mortar and pestle), mash the garlic cloves and salt into a paste.
- Mix in the pepper and oregano. Stir in the olive oil and vinegar. Set the marinade aside.
- Cut the pork into 1-inch cubes.
- Cover the pork pieces with the marinade and let set in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
- Skewer the pork pieces and grill the kabobs for about eight minutes, turning occasionally for even grilling.
- Tip: If you use wooden skewers, soak them in water while the pork is marinating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.2, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 53.7, Sodium 827.6, Carbohydrate 1.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 12.9
PORK BBQ KABOBS (PINCHOS DE CERDO BBQ)
It took my husband a while to find a pincho recipe that taste just like the ones they sell in Puerto Rico. He finally found one.
Provided by Michelle Figueroa
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix olive oil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Mix seasoning with meat.
- Place in ziplock and let sit overnight in refrigerator.
- Place 1 piece of meat, then 1 piece of onion, then 1 piece of pepper on skewer and repeat until you have 4 pieces of each on the skewer.
- Grill for at least 20 minutes turning once or twice on the grill.
- You can place a sliced of grilled french garlic bread on the tip of the skewer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 794.2, Fat 57.3, SaturatedFat 19.1, Cholesterol 241.5, Sodium 1524.9, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.9, Protein 60.8
PORK KABOBS
These delightful picnic kabobs are my young daughter's favorite. My husband also enjoys them, even though he never cared much for pork. The cool, refreshing sauce is a tempting topping for sizzling grilled kabobs. - Louise Wetmore, Cottage Grove, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a resealable plastic bag or shallow glass container, combine the first 8 ingredients; add pork and toss to coat. Seal or cover and refrigerate overnight. , Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients; cover and refrigerate for several hours. Drain pork and discard marinade; thread pork on skewers, leaving a small space between pieces. , Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink, turning frequently. Serve in pita bread with sauce.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Choose tender cuts of pork like pork tenderloin or loin.
- Marinate the pork for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to infuse flavor and tenderize the meat.
- Use a variety of vegetables for the skewers, such as bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and tomatoes.
- Skewers can be grilled, roasted, or cooked in a skillet.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Cook the pork kabobs over medium heat until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve the kabobs with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tzatziki sauce or chimichurri sauce.
Conclusion:
Pork kabobs are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a party appetizer. With a variety of marinades and vegetable options, there are endless possibilities for creating unique and flavorful kabobs. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pork kabobs a try.
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