Description
Delicious and juicy grilled pork shish kabobs marinated with Italian seasoning, garlic, and olive oil, combined with sweet red onions, perfect for a quick and flavorful outdoor meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Marinade
- 2 1/2 lb pork tenderloin (trimmed and cut into 1 1/2″ pieces)
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 large red onion (cut into 1″ pieces)
- 1 Tbsp fresh parsley to garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Pork and Onions: In a large mixing bowl or ziploc bag, combine the pork pieces with Italian seasoning, sea salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and mix thoroughly. Add the separated onion pieces and olive oil, then toss until everything is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prepare the Skewers: Thread the marinated pork and onion pieces alternately onto metal skewers, ensuring the pieces touch but are not overcrowded. Allow the skewers to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before grilling to ensure even cooking.
- Grill the Kabobs: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400ËšF). Place the skewers in a single layer on the grill and cook for approximately 8-10 minutes, turning the skewers like a triangle every 3 minutes for even browning on all sides. Grill until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145ËšF and is cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for 3 minutes to redistribute juices. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley before serving for added color and flavor.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the pork overnight.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork is cooked to the safe temperature of 145ËšF.
- Metal skewers heat up faster and cook the meat more evenly; if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
- Turn the skewers carefully to avoid pieces falling off.
- Allowing the skewers to rest after cooking ensures juicy, tender meat.
