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Pineapple Pork Kebabs (no grill required)
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Pineapple Pork Kebabs (no grill required)

Pineapple Pork Kebabs are prepared by marinating cubed pork chops in a garlic-ginger-soy-honey mixture, then assembling skewers alternating pork with onion, bell pepper, and pineapple chunks. Broiled until cooked through and lightly caramelized, these kebabs offer a savory-sweet flavor combination without needing a grill, suitable for indoor cooking.

Prep Time
45 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 10 kebabs
Calories: 18035 kcal
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

Marinade
  • 2 cloves garlic $0.16, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger $0.12, grated
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce $0.30
  • 2 Tbsp neutral cooking oil $0.18, generic cooking oil
  • 1 Tbsp honey $0.12
Kebabs
  • 1.25 lbs. pork chops $1.96, boneless
  • 1 vidalia onion $0.69
  • 1 green bell pepper $0.79
  • 1 oz. can pineapple chunks $1.37, packed in juice
  • 1 Tbsp neutral cooking oil $0.05, generic cooking oil
  • salt $0.05
  • black pepper $0.05
Toppings (optional)
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro $0.50
  • sriracha $0.50, to taste

Instructions

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  1. If using wooden or bamboo skewers, soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to help prevent burning under the broiler.
  2. Prepare the marinade by mincing two cloves of garlic and grating about one inch of fresh ginger into a bowl. Add the soy sauce, oil, and honey. Stir to combine.
  3. Cut the pork chops into one inch cubes. Place the cubed pork in a bowl or shallow dish and pour the marinade over top. Stir until the pork is coated in the marinade. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Cut the onion and bell pepper into one-inch pieces. Drain the juice from the canned pineapple chunks. Place the onion and bell pepper in a bowl, add one tablespoon of oil, and a liberal sprinkle of salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  5. Thread the soaked skewers with alternating pieces of onion, bell pepper, pineapple, and pork until all the pieces are used. Arrange the skewers on a broiler pan or a sheet pan with wire racks set on top.
  6. Adjust the oven rack so that the top of the skewers will be 5-6 inches from the broiler. Preheat the broiler on high for at least five minutes. Place the skewers under the broiler and cook for five minutes, or just until the edges begin to brown. rote the skewers and return to the oven for an additional five minutes. Continue cooking and rotating the skewers until they are evenly browned on all sides.** Top the kebabs with fresh chopped cilantro and a squirt of Sriracha, if desired.

Notes

  • Soak wooden or bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before broiling to prevent burning.
  • Cooking time under the broiler varies by meat piece size, oven heat, and rack distance; rotate often for even cooking and avoid charring.
  • Toppings like fresh cilantro and sriracha add brightness and heat as desired.
  • Boneless pork chops provide tender meat and are cost-effective when on sale.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Serving Calories 180.35kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 13.82g (5%) Protein 13.19g (26%) Fat 8.29g (13%) Sodium 282.43mg (12%) Fiber 1.17g (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 kebabs

Amount Per Serving

Calories 18035

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Serving
Calories 180.35kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 13.82g 5%
Protein 13.19g 26%
Fat 8.29g 13%
Sodium 282.43mg 12%
Fiber 1.17g 5%

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