Pork Skewers With Avocado Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Name: Pork Skewers With Avocado Tzatziki Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless pork (cut into 1 1/2 inch strips or cubes); 10 skewers, 8 inch soaked in water for at least 1 hour; 3 unpeeled lemons, cut into small wedges; 2 unpeeled oranges, cut into small wedges; 6 pita bread rounds, sliced into half moons; shredded iceberg lettuce or romaine lettuce; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, Plus; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 or 3 large lemons); ¼ cup fresh orange juice; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 lbs boneless pork (cut into 1 1/2 inch strips or cubes)
10 skewers, 8 inch soaked in water for at least 1 hour
3 unpeeled lemons, cut into small wedges
2 unpeeled oranges, cut into small wedges
6 pita bread rounds, sliced into half moons
shredded iceberg lettuce or romaine lettuce
½ cup extra virgin olive oil, Plus
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 or 3 large lemons)
¼ cup fresh orange juice
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

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Make the marinade:.
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In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, juices, red pepper flakes, chili powder, garlic, salt and pepper.
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Add the pork and stir to coat.
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Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least for 30 minutes.
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Preheat the grill.
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Thread the skewers with 3 or 4 pieces of marinated pork, alternating with wedges of lemon and orange.
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Reserve the marinade for basting.
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To grill the pork:.
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Place skewers on an area of the grill with no direct flame.
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Brush with the reserved marinade during the grilling, until the meat is browned on the outside but still slightly pink on the inside, 4 to 5 minutes per side, or to desired doneness.
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Optional oven broil:.
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Set and oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler, preheat broiler.
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Put skewers on a highly oiled baking sheet and place under broiler.
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After 3 1/2 minutes, turn the skewers over and brush with the reserved marinade.
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Broil for another 3 1/2 minutes, brush again with the marinade, and broil for 1 to 20 minutes more or until meat is browned on the outside but still slightly pink inside, or to desired doneness.
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Serve immediately in pita pockets topped with shredded lettuce and Avocado Tzatziki Sauce (Recipe #252285).
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Note:.
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Threading the skewers with chunks of lemon and orange with their peels still on, add flavor that compliments the pork and you can squeeze the juice from the grilled fruit over the meat.
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Thread other fruit on the skewers if you like, try cherry tomatoes or kumquats.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs boneless pork (cut into 1 1/2 inch strips or cubes), 10 skewers, 8 inch soaked in water for at least 1 hour, 3 unpeeled lemons, cut into small wedges, 2 unpeeled oranges, cut into small wedges, and more.

Yes, Pork Skewers With Avocado Tzatziki Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews 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 Skewers With Avocado Tzatziki Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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