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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
Yucatecan Grilled Pork Skewers
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 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. Step 2

    Thread the pork onto skewers, dividing evenly. Reserve the marinade.

  3. Step 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. Step 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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