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Pinchos morunos (Spanish pork skewers)
A classic Spanish tapas, these marinated pork skewers draw on Spain's moorish influence.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 skewers
Calories: 208 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
Spanish
Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Serve with other tapas of your choice (eg tortilla, pan tomate, salad) and enjoy!
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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
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
% 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.