Grilled Pork Skewers with Plums, Zucchini, and Maple Aleppo Apple Cider Glaze

Name: Grilled Pork Skewers with Plums, Zucchini, and Maple Aleppo Apple Cider Glaze
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión contemporánea a la parrilla
Ingredients: 21 oz pork loin, cut into 1.25-inch cubes; 3 whole firm red plums; 10.5 oz zucchini; 4 oz red onion; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves garlic; 2 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 1/4 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 4 tbsp maple syrup; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 1/2 tsp Aleppo pepper; 2 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp fresh thyme; 1 tbsp lemon juice

Original grilled pork skewers made with garlic-spiced pork loin, threaded with fresh plums and zucchini, then finished with a sweet-tangy maple, Aleppo pepper, and apple cider vinegar glaze. The fruit caramelizes on the grill, adding juiciness and contrast to the pork.

25 minPrep

15 minCook

40 minTotal

4Servings

Dairy-FreeGluten-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

Adjust servings

600 g pork loin, cut into 1.25-inch cubes (for brochetas)
3 units firm red plums (cut en 8 wedges each a)
300 g zucchini (en medias lunas gruesas)
120 g red onion (en pétalos large)
45 ml olive oil (divided)
12 g garlic (finely chopped)
4 g smoked paprika (for the marinada)
2 g ground cumin (for the marinada)
8 g salt (or to taste)
2 g black pepper (freshly ground)
60 ml maple syrup (for the glaseado)
30 ml apple cider vinegar (for the glaseado)
3 g Aleppo pepper (or chile rojo crushed suave)
10 g Dijon mustard (for the glaseado)
4 g fresh thyme (solo the leaves)
15 ml lemon juice (for terminar)

Nutrition facts

per serving

362 kcal

Calories

32 g

Protein

18 g

Carbs

17 g

Fat

2.4 g

Fiber

15.6 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

Mustard

Instructions

1
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat, about 450 °F / 230 °C.
2
In a large bowl, mix the pork with 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Let it rest for 10 minutes while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
3
In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, Aleppo pepper, Dijon mustard, fresh thyme, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, just until combined and slightly thickened. Remove from the heat.
4
In a separate bowl, toss the zucchini and red onion with the remaining 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil.
5
Assemble the skewers, alternating pork loin, zucchini, red onion, and plum wedges until all ingredients are used.
6
Clean and lightly oil the grill grates. Grill the skewers for 10 to 12 minutes at 450 °F / 230 °C, turning every 2 to 3 minutes so they brown evenly.
7
During the last 3 minutes of cooking, brush the skewers with the maple Aleppo glaze, turning them so the glaze caramelizes without burning.
8
Check that the pork reaches a safe internal temperature of 145 °F / 63 °C. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 3 minutes.
9
Transfer the skewers to a platter, drizzle with lemon juice, and, if desired, spoon over a few drops of the remaining glaze for serving.

Chef tips

Choose firm plums so they hold their shape on the grill. If the glaze thickens too much, add 1 tablespoon / 15 ml warm water before brushing.

Substitutions

You can swap the pork loin for chicken breast or firm tofu. If you do not have Aleppo pepper, use mild red pepper flakes. Thyme can be replaced with a smaller amount of chopped rosemary.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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Victorinox Fibrox Pro 8" Chef’s Knife
Chopping, slicing and cutting strips
- The knife I use most when cooking
- Chops, slices and cuts into strips
- Keep it sharp and hand-dry it
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