Grilled Pork Kabobs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 hr 20 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 28 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
351 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Grilled Pork Kabobs
Description
This recipe centers on pork tenderloin chunks marinated in a blend of Italian seasoning, lemon juice, garlic powder, and olive oil, which tenderizes and flavors the meat before grilling. The pork is paired with firm vegetables like zucchini, red onion, and red bell pepper, cut to similar sizes for even cooking on skewers. Wooden skewers are soaked to prevent burning during grilling.
Grilled over medium-high heat, the kabobs develop a slight char while cooking pork safely to an internal temperature of 145°F. Frequent turning ensures the meat and vegetables cook evenly without burning. The mixture of spices and lemon juice in the marinade highlights the natural flavors without overpowering the ingredients.
Serve immediately after grilling to preserve the juiciness of the pork and the crisp-tender texture of the vegetables. The kabobs make a filling main course, suitable for outdoor meals and gatherings.
Using an instant-read thermometer helps verify safe doneness. Turning the skewers carefully with tongs or rolling them prevents damage to the ingredients and promotes even cooking.
Ingredients
For the Kabobs:
- 3 pounds pork tenderloin
- 2 zucchini
- 1 red onion large
- 2 red bell pepper large
For the Marinade:
- 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon juiced
Instructions
- Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a medium size bowl. Then cut the pork into approximately 2 inch size pieces and place it in the bowl with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours to let the pork marinate.
- While the pork is marinading, cut the red onion and bell peppers into 2 inch pieces and slice the zucchinis into 1 inch slices. Also, soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning while grilling.
- Skewer the marinaded pork and vegetables onto the wooden skewers. Then preheat a grill over medium high heat (approximately 400 degrees F).
- Place the kabobs on the hot grill and cook for approximately 6-8 minutes (until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F and the vegetables are tender) turning the kabobs approximately every 2 minutes to prevent them from burning.
- Carefully remove from the grill and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure pork reaches a safe internal temperature of 145°F.
- Turn kabobs carefully with tongs or roll them on the grill to avoid breaking ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 351 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 351kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 49g | 98% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 147mg | 49% |
| Sodium | 514mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 1213mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1397IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 73mg | 81% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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