Pineapple BBQ Pork Skewers
Quick and delicious, these Pineapple BBQ Pork Skewers combine succulent pork with sweet pineapple and fresh vegetables, all grilled to perfection in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Skewers
- 1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes Feel free to substitute with chicken or shrimp if preferred.
- 1 fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
For the Marinade
- ½ cup BBQ sauce Use gluten-free options if needed.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce if required.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the pork tenderloin, pineapple, red onion, and green bell pepper into 1-inch chunks.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed pork, pineapple chunks, red onion pieces, and green bell pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper to make the marinade.
- Pour the marinade over the pork and vegetables, tossing until well-coated.
- Thread the marinated pork and vegetables onto skewers in an alternating pattern.
Grilling
- Preheat your grill to medium heat.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until pork is cooked through.
- Brush the skewers with any remaining BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Ensure pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F using a meat thermometer.
- Remove from the grill and serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Reheat in the oven or on the grill to restore flavor.