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25-Min Balkan Pork Skewers

Seasoned pork cubes grilled on skewers until charred and juicy—the Balkan way. Smoky, garlicky, and ready in under 30 minutes with just salt, pepper, and a touch of paprika.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
42g
25-Min Balkan Pork Skewers
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Toss pork cubes with minced garlic, paprika, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Thread pork and onion chunks alternately onto metal skewers, starting and ending with pork.

  3. Step 3

    Heat grill to high. Place skewers on grates and cook 8-10 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until charred and cooked through.

  4. Step 4

    Transfer to a plate. Rest 2 minutes, then serve immediately while still steaming.

Tools you’ll need

  • metal skewers (or wooden skewers, soaked 30 minutes)
  • grill or grill pan
  • medium mixing bowl
  • tongs

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