Lemongrass Pork and Red Onion Kebabs Recipe

Name: Lemongrass Pork and Red Onion Kebabs Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped; 2 small shallots, roughly chopped; 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and chopped; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil, plus more for coating the grill; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder (1-inch-thick steak), cut into 1-inch chunks; 8 bamboo skewers; 1 large red onion, trimmed and cut into thin wedges; Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

3 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped
2 small shallots, roughly chopped
2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and chopped
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil, plus more for coating the grill
Freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds boneless pork shoulder (1-inch-thick steak), cut into 1-inch chunks
8 bamboo skewers
1 large red onion, trimmed and cut into thin wedges
Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)

1
Put the garlic, shallot, lemongrass, brown sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce, measured oil, and a few grinds of pepper in a blender and blend until smooth, scraping down the sides.
2
Transfer to a bowl or baking dish and add the pork, tossing to coat.
3
Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours.
4
Soak 8 bamboo skewers in water for 30 minutes.
5
Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for indirect-heat grilling over medium heat.
6
Remove the pork from the marinade and thread it onto the skewers with the red onion, distributing the ingredients evenly between skewers.
7
Brush and oil the grill grate.
8
Grill the kebabs over the hottest part of the grill, turning once, until the meat is nicely charred, about 6 minutes.
9
Move to the other side of the grill, cover, and continue to cook until the meat is cooked through, about 5 minutes more.
10
Transfer to a platter, garnish with cilantro if you like, and serve.

781

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped, 2 small shallots, roughly chopped, 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and chopped, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Lemongrass Pork and Red Onion Kebabs Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!