Yucatecan Grilled Pork Skewers
Quick and smoky pork skewers inspired by the Yucatán, ready in about 20 minutes. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or weekend cookout.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb pork shoulder
- ½ cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Cut the 1.5 lb pork shoulder into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, mix the 0.5 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp oregano, and 1 tsp salt. Add pork and toss to coat; let sit for 10 minutes.
- 2
Thread the pork onto skewers, dividing evenly. Reserve the marinade.
- 3
Grill over medium-high heat (or use a grill pan) for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred at the edges and cooked through (no pink inside).
- 4
Brush with reserved marinade during the last 2 minutes of grilling. Let rest 2 minutes before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- grill or grill pan
- skewers
- mixing bowl
- knife
- cutting board
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