Pork and Corn Kabobs With Maple Bourbon BBQ Sauce

Name: Pork and Corn Kabobs With Maple Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless pork loin; 2 tablespoons dry rub seasonings (homemade or store-bought); ½ teaspoon powdered meat tenderizer (I use Club House brand) (optional); 3 fresh ears of corn; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand); 2 -3 tablespoons Bourbon; ½ teaspoon mustard powder; ½ teaspoon cider vinegar; 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, melted

Servings: persons

1
Cut pork into 1-inch cubes.
2
In a bowl,sprinkle spice rub (mixed with the tenderizer) over the cubes, making sure all sides are covered well; cover, and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
3
When ready to make the kebobs,remove the husks from the corn, and wrap each ear of corn in a damp paper towel.
4
Microwave each ear individually at HIGH power for 2 minutes, or par-boil corn for 2 minutes in boiling water; cool, cut into 2-inch chunks.
5
In a small bowl, combine BBQ sauce, maple syrup, bourbon, dry mustard and vinegar; stir well to combine.
6
Remove the pork cubes from the fridge.
7
Alternate 4 cubes and three corn pieces on each of 12 skewers (corn, 2 pork cubes, corn, two pork cubes, corn).
8
Brush corn with melted butter.
9
Brush the pork well with the BBQ sauce.
10
Grill over medium-hot coals for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, just until pork is cooked through.
11
Brush the pork with more sauce, and pass the remaining sauce at the table.

709

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Protein

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs boneless pork loin, 2 tablespoons dry rub seasonings (homemade or store-bought), ½ teaspoon powdered meat tenderizer (I use Club House brand) (optional), 3 fresh ears of corn, and more.

Yes, Pork and Corn Kabobs With Maple Bourbon BBQ Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!