Pineapple BBQ Pork Kebabs
Stacked with layers of juicy seared pork, grilled onions and bell peppers, these Pineapple BBQ Pork Kebabs are packed with sweet and savory Caribbean flavor. The wonderful blend of spices from the homemade barbecue sauce and the fruity flavor of the pineapple bring everything into perfect balance.
Servings: 8
Equipment
Ingredients
FOR THE BARBECUE SAUCE
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (use your favorite)
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste or minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
FOR THE SKEWERS
- 2 pounds boneless pork chops cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 small green bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 small orange bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 tablespoon adobo seasoning blend or to taste
- salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine barbecue sauce, pineapple juice, garlic, salt, and fresh ground pepper in a bowl; whisk until thoroughly incorporated.
- Combine cut up pork, pineapples, peppers, and onions in a mixing bowl; season with adobo seasoning, salt, and pepper, and toss to combine.
- Preheat grill to medium-high.
- Thread pork onto skewers, alternating with onions, pineapples, and peppers.
- Reserve 1/2 cup prepared barbecue sauce for serving; brush skewers with remaining barbecue sauce.
- Grill skewers for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, or until pork is thoroughly cooked and vegetables are tender and charred.
- Transfer to a platter and brush lightly with barbecue sauce.
- Serve with remaining barbecue sauce on the side.
Notes
- To Store: Cover tightly with plastic or place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To Freeze: Wrap tightly in plastic and foil, or seal in a freezer-safe container, and keep in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw completely in the fridge before reheating.
- To Reheat: Wrap in foil and cook in the oven at 300°F for 15-20 minutes, or until warmed through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Skewer | Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 496mg | Potassium: 669mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 440IU | Vitamin C: 28.7mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1.1mg
