PINCHOS (SPANISH KEBABS/TAPAS - PORK, LAMB, PRAWNS OR CHICKEN)

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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

2 tablespoons chopped onions
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon spanish sweet smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon spanish hot smoked paprika or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
coarse salt (kosher or sea)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 bay leaf, crumbled
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar (good quality)
2 tablespoons dry white wine (optional)
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing the kebabs
1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts or 1 1/2 lbs prawns

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.

Full Gaming 420
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Overall, these pinchos were a great recipe. I'll definitely be making them again.


Fahad Rehmani
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These pinchos were a bit dry for my taste. I think I'll try cooking them for less time next time.


Ali Ashab
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I loved the marinade for these pinchos. It really gave the meat a lot of flavor.


jezzie
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These pinchos were a great appetizer. They were easy to make and they were a big hit with my guests.


Ian MacLeo
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I'm not a big fan of skewers, but these pinchos were actually really good. I'll definitely be making them again.


Natalie Rosener
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These pinchos were really good, but they were a lot of work to make.


nuhu shuaibu
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These pinchos were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add more spices next time.


Rifat Ullah
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I'm not sure I did something wrong, but my pinchos didn't turn out as good as I expected.


harun muchuni
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I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients for this recipe, but it was worth it in the end. These pinchos were amazing!


Daham Madusara
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These pinchos were a little bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them.


Fahad Saeed
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I made these pinchos for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Wahid Kachelo
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These pinchos were really easy to make and they turned out so well! I used a variety of meats and vegetables, and they were all cooked perfectly.


William Harrison
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I'm not a big fan of pinchos, but these were actually really good. The marinade made all the difference.


Usman Anjum
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These pinchos were a great way to use up some leftover chicken. They were quick and easy to make, and they were a big hit with my family.


Abeautif Ulhart
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I love pinchos! These were some of the best I've ever had. The flavors were incredible.


Saurav Biswas
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These pinchos were easy to make and turned out great! I used lamb and they were so delicious.


Raisa Afrin Rimi
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I've never had pinchos before, but these were amazing! The pork was tender and the prawns were perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making these again.


Vip_Boro_ Vai_Raj
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These pinchos were a hit at my party! I made them with chicken and they were so flavorful and juicy. The marinade really made a difference.