Pinchos morunos (Spanish pork skewers)

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    4 skewers

  • Calories

    208 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    Spanish

Pinchos morunos (Spanish pork skewers)

A classic Spanish tapas, these marinated pork skewers draw on Spain's moorish influence.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 lb pork tenderloin (or other lean pork cut)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander (or a little more, to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet Spanish, as you have)
  • ½ teaspoon Turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon fennel seeds ground if not already
  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic grated or crushed
  • a few grinds black pepper
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Instructions

  1. Trim the pork of any excess flat and sinew. Cut into approximately 1.5in/3cm dice - if using pork tenderloin, cut in half lengthwise then cut into slices.
  2. Mix together all the remaining ingredients - the spices (cumin, coriander, oregano, paprika, turmeric, fennel seeds, allspice and cinnamon), salt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and pepper into a paste. Add the diced pork, ensure it is well covered with the marinade then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but overnight would also be good.
  3. When ready to cook, thread the pork onto skewers - try to put the pieces on so that they flatten out slightly and are even in thickness so they cook evenly.
  4. Cook on the grill for a few minutes each side until just charring and cooked through - exact cooking time will vary depending on thickness of pork and grill heat etc.
  5. Serve with other tapas of your choice (eg tortilla, pan tomate, salad) and enjoy!

Notes

  • Note prep time does not include marinading time. If using wooden skewers, make sure you soak them for at least 30 minutes before using.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 208kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 74mg (25%) Sodium 206mg (9%) Potassium 495mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 266IU (5%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 29mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4skewers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 208 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 208kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 74mg 25%
Sodium 206mg 9%
Potassium 495mg 11%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 266IU 5%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 29mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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