Pork and Pineapple Kebabs (Cooking Light) Recipe

Name: Pork and Pineapple Kebabs (Cooking Light)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 34 lb pork tenderloin; 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar; 1 ½ tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon orange juice; 1 tablespoon grated fresh onion; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; ⅛ teaspoon salt; 1 dash pepper; 1 bay leaf; 10 (1 inch) cubes fresh pineapple; 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces; vegetable oil cooking spray

Servings: persons

34 lb pork tenderloin
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
1 ½ tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon grated fresh onion
2 teaspoons lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1 bay leaf
10 (1 inch) cubes fresh pineapple
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
vegetable oil cooking spray

1
Trim the fat from pork, and cut the pork into 10 (1-inch) cubes.
2
Combine brown sugar and the next 7 ingredients (brown sugar through bay leaf) in a large zip-top heavy-duty plastic bag; add the pork cubes.
3
Seal the bag, and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour, turning bag occasionally.
4
(To keep the texture of the pork from becoming mushy, marinate it for no more than 1 hour.
5
).
6
Remove pork from bag, reserving marinade.
7
Discard bay leaf.
8
Thread 5 pork cubes, 5 pineapple cubes, and 5 bell pepper pieces alternately onto each of 2 (12-inch) skewers.
9
Prepare grill.
10
Place kebabs on grill rack coated with cooking spray, and cook 14 minutes or until done, turning and basting frequently with reserved marinade.

9499

kcal

Calories

540

Fat

Carbs

1045

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 34 lb pork tenderloin, 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar, 1 ½ tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon orange juice, and more.

Yes, Pork and Pineapple Kebabs (Cooking Light) 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!

Pork and Pineapple Kebabs (Cooking Light)

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Variations & substitutions

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