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These succulent Filipino Pork Barbecue grilled pork skewers are marinated in a delightful blend of sweet and savory ingredients. The addition of lemon-lime adds a unique twist to the recipe that makes it both tender and delicious! Such a popular summer recipe in the Philippines and beyond.

Filipino Barbecue Pork Skewers

Manila Spoon
These succulent Filipino Pork Barbecue grilled pork skewers are marinated in a delightful blend of sweet and savory ingredients. The addition of lemon-lime adds a unique twist to the recipe that makes it both tender and delicious! Such a popular summer recipe in the Philippines and beyond.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Asian, Filipino, South East Asian
Servings 24
Calories 71 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill

Ingredients
 

  • 2-3 lbs pork shoulder, pork belly, or pork butt, cut into 2-inch lengths or long strips (if you wish it to be just one long piece of meat per skewer)

MARINADE

  • 2 cups sprite or 7 Up, or your favorite lemon-lime soda
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup calamansi lime or lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce (you can increase the salt content if you don't have fish sauce but use it if you can because it adds depth of flavor to the barbecue)
  • 1 whole garlic, peeled and crushed
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt, (adjust to taste - I taste the marinade and adjust the saltiness to my liking)

BASTING SAUCE

  • 1/2 cup cup ketchup
  • 2-3 tablespoons oyster sauce, or to taste
  • 1/4 Cup sugar, or to taste
  • 1/2 tablespoon oil
  • Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, combine the Sprite or 7 Up, soy sauce, calamansi or lemon juice, oyster sauce, fish sauce, crushed garlic, brown sugar, and salt. Mix well until the sugar has dissolved and the marinade is well blended.
  • Place the pork cubes in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring all the pieces are coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the pork to tenderize.
  • Thread the marinated pork cubes onto the soaked bamboo skewers. Make sure to tightly bunch the meat together (with little to no space in between) to prevent the skewers from burning and breaking during cooking.
  • Preheat your grill to high heat (about 450 F). If using a charcoal grill, make sure the coals are evenly heated and have turned white.
  • Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and nicely charred on all sides.
  • When the pork is nearly done, quickly baste it with the basting sauce (very important!!!) and cook for another minute until the sauce is fully heated and looks caramelized on the meat.
  • Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
  • Serve the Filipino Pork Barbecue Skewers hot with steamed rice, a side of atchara (pickled papaya), and a dipping sauce made of vinegar, soy sauce, and chopped chili for an authentic Filipino barbecue experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 24gCalories: 71kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.001gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 712mgPotassium: 125mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 54IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 0.5mg
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