Grilled Pork Skewers with Piquillo Peppers, Zucchini, and Honey-Smoked Paprika Sherry Marinade

Name: Grilled Pork Skewers with Piquillo Peppers, Zucchini, and Honey-Smoked Paprika Sherry Marinade
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión mediterránea
Ingredients: 1.5 lb pork loin; 6.3 oz piquillo peppers; 9 oz zucchini; 4.2 oz white onion; 2 tbsp honey; 3 tbsp dry sherry; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tbsp sherry vinegar; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp fresh parsley; 1 whole lemon

Juicy pork loin skewers marinated with honey, smoked paprika, garlic, and sherry, threaded with strips of piquillo peppers and zucchini for a colorful grilled dish with gentle sweetness and a smoky finish.

25 minPrep

15 minCook

40 minTotal

4Servings

Dairy-FreeGluten-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

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700 g pork loin (1.25 in)
180 g piquillo peppers (escurridos and cut in strips anchas)
250 g zucchini (en medias lunas gruesas)
120 g white onion (en trozos large)
30 ml honey (for the adobo)
45 ml dry sherry (for the adobo)
45 ml olive oil (divided entre adobo and parrilla)
12 g garlic (finely chopped)
8 g smoked paprika (dulce or agridulce)
2 g ground cumin (for the adobo)
1 g dried oregano (for the adobo)
15 ml sherry vinegar (for equilibrar the adobo)
6 g salt (or to taste)
2 g black pepper (freshly ground)
10 g fresh parsley (chopped, for terminar)
1 piece lemon (cut in wedges for servir)

Nutrition facts

per serving

358 kcal

Calories

33 g

Protein

11 g

Carbs

20 g

Fat

2.1 g

Fiber

8.9 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

Sulfites

Instructions

1
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to keep them from burning on the grill.
2
In a large bowl, mix the honey, dry sherry, 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, sherry vinegar, salt, and black pepper until a smooth marinade forms.
3
Add the pork loin to the bowl and toss well to coat every cube. Let it marinate for 15 minutes at a cool room temperature or under light refrigeration.
4
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 425 °F / 220 °C. Lightly oil the grates with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
5
Thread the skewers, alternating pork loin, strips of piquillo peppers, zucchini, and white onion until all ingredients are used.
6
Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes so they brown evenly. The pork should be fully cooked and reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 °F / 63 °C.
7
During the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush the skewers with any reserved marinade that has not touched the raw pork, or set aside a small portion of the marinade from the beginning for glazing.
8
Remove the skewers from the grill, rest for 3 minutes, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

Chef tips

For better browning, lightly pat the pork dry with paper towels after marinating and before threading. Do not overcrowd each skewer so the heat can circulate properly.

Substitutions

You can substitute pork loin with pork tenderloin. If piquillo peppers are unavailable, use well-drained roasted red peppers. Dry sherry can be replaced with broth plus an extra teaspoon of sherry vinegar, though the flavor will be less complex.

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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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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Teakhaus Teak Cutting Board
Stable base for chopping
- Stable surface for chopping
- Gentle on your knife edge
- Hand-wash and let it dry
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