Description
Pineapple BBQ Pork Skewers combine juicy pork tenderloin with sweet pineapple and vibrant vegetables, all coated in a savory BBQ sauce and grilled to perfection in just 15 minutes. This quick and flavorful recipe is perfect for a summer barbecue or a fast weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
BBQ Sauce Mixture
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat to ensure the skewers cook evenly and develop a nice char.
- Combine main ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cubed pork tenderloin, pineapple chunks, red onion pieces, and green bell pepper pieces, preparing them for marination and skewering.
- Prepare BBQ sauce mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade and glaze.
- Coat pork and vegetables: Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the pork and vegetables, tossing thoroughly to coat every piece evenly and infuse them with flavor.
- Assemble skewers: Thread the pork, pineapple, red onion, and green bell pepper pieces onto skewers alternately to ensure a balanced flavor in each bite.
- Grill skewers: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally to cook the pork through and soften the vegetables while developing grill marks.
- Brush with BBQ sauce: During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the skewers with any remaining BBQ sauce to add extra flavor and a glossy finish.
- Serve hot: Remove the skewers from the grill and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F for safe consumption.
- Can be served with rice, salad, or grilled corn on the cob for a full meal.
- Adjust BBQ sauce quantity according to taste preference, adding more for extra sauciness.
- For a slightly smoky flavor, add a few drops of liquid smoke to the BBQ sauce mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pineapple BBQ Pork Skewers, Grilled Pork Skewers, BBQ Pork, Pineapple Skewers, Summer BBQ Recipes, Pork Tenderloin Skewers
