Balkan Pork Ražnjići
Grilled pork skewers marinated in garlic, paprika, and vinegar—a Balkan classic with smoky, savory depth. Serve with flatbread, onions, and yogurt sauce.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 52g
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder or butt, boneless and trimmed
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1.5 tsp salt
- ¾ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup plain yogurt, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Cut pork into 1.5-inch cubes, removing any silverskin or excess fat.
- 2
Whisk garlic, paprika, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- 3
Add pork to the marinade and toss until coated. Cover and chill 30 minutes.
- 4
Thread pork pieces onto metal or soaked wooden skewers, about 4 pieces per skewer.
- 5
Heat grill to medium-high. Oil the grates well to prevent sticking.
- 6
Grill skewers 3–4 minutes per side without moving, until charred and cooked through.
- 7
Transfer skewers to a plate and rest 5 minutes. Serve with yogurt on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- metal or wooden skewers (8–12)
- grill (gas or charcoal)
- grill brush
- meat thermometer (optional)
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