Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill
Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill balance bright citrus and garlic with smoky char, giving tender pork a vibrant, tangy finish. Juicy pineapple caramelizes alongside the meat, adding sweetness that complements the cumin and coriander. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, they’re fresh, aromatic, and great with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of herbs.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 25
- Heart Health
- 71
- Metabolic
- 34
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 57
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Prepare the marinade at least 2 hours before grilling. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, orange juice concentrate, water, 2 tablespoons cilantro, black pepper, salt, cumin, coriander, and garlic, and stir until well blended. Transfer half of the marinade to a lidded container and refrigerate to use later for the sauce.
- 2
Pour the remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the pork, press out most of the air, seal the bag, and massage to coat the pork with the marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor gas grill to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Clean and oil the grates.
- 4
Meanwhile, for the skewers, alternately and evenly thread the pork and pineapple pieces onto 6 skewers. Discard the marinade in the bag.
- 5
Grill the skewers on the preheated grill until the pork is no longer pink in the center, 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the pork should register 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- 6
Remove the skewers from the grill, tent with foil, and let rest for about 5 minutes.
- 7
Meanwhile, for the sauce, add the bacon drippings, mint, and remaining cilantro to the reserved marinade and stir well.
- 8
Drizzle the sauce over the finished skewers and serve warm with lime wedges.
- Calories 283.95 kcal Moderate 14%
- Protein 28.7 g Good Source 57%
- Carbohydrate 25.64 g 9%
- Total Fat 8.06 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 1.99 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 81.9 mg High 27%
- Sodium 760.31 mg High 33%
- Dietary Fiber 4.26 g Moderate 15%
- Total Sugars 10.24 g --
- Added Sugars 0.21 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 32.9 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.63 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 196.28 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 174.32 mcg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin C 44.49 mg Good Source 49%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill is a Cuban dinner recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Bacon Fat, Black Pepper, Fresh Cilantro, and Ground Coriander. Each serving provides about 283.95 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill?
- It is a Cuban kebab recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon Fat, Black Pepper, Fresh Cilantro, Ground Coriander, Ground Cumin. The full list of 13 is above.
- What goes well with Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill?
- Explore these Cuban side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 283.95 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill healthy?
- Mojo Pork and Pineapple Kebabs on the Grill has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 283.95 calories and 28.7 g of protein, or 57% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 760.31 mg (33% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.99 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Corn and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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