Grilled Pork Skewers with Charred Corn and Guava Chipotle Lime Marinade

Name: Grilled Pork Skewers with Charred Corn and Guava Chipotle Lime Marinade
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 48 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión latinoamericana
Ingredients: 1.5 lb pork loin; 4.2 oz guava paste; 4 tbsp lime juice; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo; 4 cloves garlic; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 1/2 cups sweet corn kernels; 1 1/4 cups red onion; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tsp lime zest; 8 skewers skewers

Original grilled pork skewers marinated in a sweet-tangy guava, chipotle, and lime mixture, grilled with corn kernels and red onion for caramelized edges and balanced smoky flavor.

30 minPrep

18 minCook

48 minTotal

4Servings

Dairy-FreeGluten-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

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700 g pork loin (cut into 1.25-inch cubes)
120 g guava paste (cut into small cubes)
60 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed)
45 ml olive oil (divided)
30 g chipotle peppers in adobo (finely chopped)
12 g garlic (grated or minced)
3 g ground cumin
2 g dried oregano
8 g salt (or to taste)
2 g black pepper (freshly ground)
220 g sweet corn kernels (fresh or thawed)
180 g red onion (cut into 1.25-inch chunks)
20 g fresh cilantro (chopped)
15 ml honey
2 g lime zest
8 unit skewers (if wooden, soaked for 20 minutes)

Nutrition facts

per serving

438 kcal

Calories

35 g

Protein

20 g

Carbs

24 g

Fat

2.3 g

Fiber

17.7 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

No declared allergens

Instructions

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1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to keep them from burning on the grill.
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2. In a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan, combine the guava paste, lime juice, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil, chipotle peppers in adobo, garlic, cumin, oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Warm gently for 20 to 30 seconds in the microwave or over low heat until the guava paste softens, then stir into a thick, smooth marinade.
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3. Place the pork loin in a large bowl and add two-thirds of the guava chipotle lime marinade. Toss well to coat all the cubes. Reserve the remaining third for basting during cooking. Marinate the pork for 15 minutes in a cool place or refrigerated.
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4. In another bowl, mix the corn kernels, red onion, the remaining 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil, honey, lime zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and half of the chopped cilantro.
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5. Thread the marinated pork onto the skewers, alternating with pieces of red onion from the bowl. If any onion remains, keep it with the corn to cook in a grill tray or grill-safe pan.
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6. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 425 °F / 220 °C. Lightly oil the grates if needed.
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7. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes and basting with the reserved marinade, until the pork is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 145 °F / 63 °C.
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8. At the same time, cook the corn and onion mixture in a perforated grill tray or grill-safe skillet for 6 to 8 minutes over 425 °F / 220 °C, stirring once or twice, until the corn is charred in spots and the onion is tender.
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9. Remove the skewers and corn from the grill. Let the pork rest for 3 minutes. Toss the remaining fresh cilantro with the hot corn.
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10. Serve the pork skewers over a bed of charred corn and onion and, if desired, finish with a few extra drops of lime juice.

Chef tips

For better browning, do not pack the pork cubes too tightly on the skewers. If you want more heat, add 1 extra teaspoon of chipotle adobo to the final basting sauce.

Substitutions

You can replace guava paste with thick apricot preserves or quince paste, reducing the honey slightly. Cilantro can be swapped for fresh parsley if you prefer a milder flavor.

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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