Description
These Pineapple BBQ Pork Skewers are a quick and flavorful grilling recipe that combines juicy pork tenderloin with sweet pineapple and vibrant vegetables, all coated in a tangy BBQ sauce. Perfect for a summer cookout, they grill in just 15-20 minutes, offering a delightful balance of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
Marinade and Sauce
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat to ensure even cooking of the skewers.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed pork tenderloin, pineapple chunks, red onion pieces, and green bell pepper pieces, preparing them for marination.
- Make BBQ Mixture: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate: Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the pork and vegetable mixture, tossing everything thoroughly to ensure even coating of all ingredients.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread the marinated pork, pineapple, red onion, and green bell pepper onto skewers, alternating between the ingredients for balanced flavor and presentation.
- Grill: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally to allow all sides to cook evenly and the pork to be fully cooked through, while vegetables become tender.
- Optional Glazing: During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the skewers with any remaining BBQ sauce for an extra glossy and flavorful finish.
- Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and serve hot, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent burning on the grill.
- Adjust grilling time depending on your grill’s temperature and the desired doneness of the pork pieces.
- Feel free to substitute or add other vegetables like zucchini or cherry tomatoes for variety.
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