Best 6 Pepper Lime Pork Kabobs Recipes

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Excite your taste buds with the zesty and tantalizing flavors of pepper lime pork kabobs. This succulent dish combines juicy pork, vibrant peppers, and a tangy lime marinade, creating a culinary experience that is both delightful and easy to prepare. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, a family gathering, or simply looking for a weeknight meal that packs a flavorful punch, these pepper lime pork kabobs are sure to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT-AND-LIME PORK KEBABS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 13.5-ounce can coconut milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for the grill
4 cloves garlic, smashed
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for topping
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons Sriracha (Asian chile sauce)
Romaine lettuce leaves, for serving
Chopped roasted peanuts, scallions and cucumber, for topping

Steps:

  • Toss the pork with half of the coconut milk, the vegetable oil, garlic, 1/3 cup each brown sugar and cilantro, and 1 tablespoon each fish sauce, lime juice and Sriracha in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 4 hours.
  • Preheat a grill to medium and lightly brush the grates with vegetable oil. Thread the pork onto eight 10-inch skewers. Grill the kebabs, turning occasionally and brushing with the remaining coconut milk, until marked and cooked through, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine 1 tablespoon water and the remaining 1 tablespoon each brown sugar, fish sauce, lime juice and Sriracha in a small bowl. Serve the kebabs in romaine leaves and drizzle with the sauce. Top with chopped peanuts, scallions, cucumber and cilantro.
  • If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to prevent scorching.

MAKE-IT-MINE PORK KABOBS



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Summer entertaining just got more delicious. These grilled pork kabobs are tender, juicy and so easy to customize with your favorite combination of herbs and vegetables.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 23m

Yield 8 Skewers

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound boneless pork loin or tenderloin, cut into 1½-inch cubes
¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard or ½ teaspoon Chinese Five Spice
1 small red or orange sweet pepper, cut into 1-inch squares* (See Cook's Note)
6 ounces shiitake mushroom caps or white mushroom caps, halved if needed* (See Cook's Note)
1 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into ¾-inch pieces* (See Cook's Note)
¼ cup pepper jelly or orange marmalade, melted
8 skewers

Steps:

  • In a self-sealing plastic bag combine cubed pork, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger and Dijon-style mustard (or Chinese Five Spice); seal bag and refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours.
  • Prepare medium-hot fire with charcoal or preheat gas to medium high.
  • Remove pork from marinade, and discard marinade. Thread pork, sweet peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini alternately onto 8 skewers. Grill kabobs directly over fire, turning to brown evenly, for 5 minutes. Brush kabobs with the melted jelly. Continue to grill for 3 to 10 minutes more or until tender. Let rest 3 minutes before serving.

LIME PORK WITH PEPPERS



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A little planning the night before or early in the day is all it takes to get this entree on the take in a hurry. Loaded with vegetables, tender pork and lots of lime flavor, it's and outstanding meal-in-one. -Shonda Ford of DeRidder, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 medium limes
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 to 3 sprigs fresh parsley, stems removed
1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 1-inch cubes
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 medium onions, each cut into 8 wedges
2 small green peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium tomatoes, each cut into 8 wedges

Steps:

  • Finely grate lime peel, reserving 2 tablespoons peel. Juice the limes. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, garlic, oregano, thyme, cayenne, parsley, lime juice and reserved lime peel. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the pork and bay leaf. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Drain and discard marinade. Discard bay leaf. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sugar; stir until bubbly. Add the meat; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until browned. Reduce heat; add the onions, peppers and the reserved lime mixture. Cook, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until meat and vegetables are tender. Add the tomatoes; cook 1 minute longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PEPPER-LIME PORK KABOBS



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"This is my family's favorite treatment for pork," says Donna Godfrey from Cumming, Georgia. "The slices of tenderloin get a flavorful zip from a Mexican-inspired marinade. I often fix the skewers for company, because much of the prep work can be done ahead of time."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1/2 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder and ground cumin
3 pounds pork tenderloin, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the oil, lime juice, parsley, vinegar, jalapenos and seasonings; add pork and turn to coat. Seal and refrigerate for 24 hours, turning occasionally., Drain and discard marinade. Loosely thread the pork slices onto metal or soaked wood skewers. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat for 14-16 minutes or until the meat juices run clear, turning occasionally.

Nutrition Facts :

BBQ TERIYAKI PORK KABOBS



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A simple way to make kabobs for summer grilling, and easily adaptable to add your favorite veggies. Great with rice and a nice salad!

Provided by Fâché

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 3h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound boneless pork loin, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 (14.5 ounce) can low-sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
3 portobello mushrooms, cut into quarters
1 large red onion, cut into 12 wedges
12 cherry tomatoes
12 bite-size chunks fresh pineapple

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, mix together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, olive oil, 1 clove minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Add pork cubes, and turn to coat evenly with marinade. Cover, and refrigerate for 3 hours.
  • In a saucepan, combine beef broth, cornstarch, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, brown sugar, 2 cloves minced garlic, and ginger. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate. Thread pork cubes onto skewers, alternating with mushrooms, onion, tomatoes, and pineapple chunks.
  • Cook on grill for 15 minutes, or until meat is cooked through. Turn skewers, and baste often with sauce during cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 47.6 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 867.2 mg, Sugar 8 g

GRILLED PORK AND PINEAPPLE KABOBS



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Ditch the boring grilled chicken for a lean and juicy pork tenderloin with pineapple. Your kids will love the fun new way of eating dinner, and you will love the sweet and savory flavor combos this recipe offers.

Provided by skinnymom

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
½ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
10 bamboo skewers
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, or as needed
3 cups cubed fresh pineapple
2 red bell peppers, cut into cubes
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Combine pork, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, lime juice, Sriracha, ginger, and garlic in a large resealable bag. Seal and shake up to combine well. Refrigerate for 1 hour, turning occasionally.
  • While the pork is marinating, soak skewers in water for about 20 minutes prior to using them. That will help the skewers to not burn up when exposed to the flame.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly grease the grates with a small amount of vegetable oil.
  • Thread the skewers with marinated pork, pineapple, and red pepper, alternating back and forth; discard the marinade.
  • Cook skewers on the preheated grill until they obtain grill marks and the pork is no longer pink, about 2 minutes per side. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 19.6 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 466 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh lime juice and zest.
  • Be sure to marinate the pork for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the kabobs in a grill pan over medium heat.
  • Serve the kabobs with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tzatziki sauce or chimichurri sauce.
  • For a healthier version of this recipe, use lean pork tenderloin and reduce the amount of oil used in the marinade.

Conclusion:

Pepper Lime Pork Kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store, and they can be cooked in just a few minutes. Whether you are grilling them outdoors or cooking them in a grill pan indoors, these kabobs are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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