Thai Grilled Pork Skewers are a street food favorite made with marinated pork that’s grilled to juicy, caramelized perfection. These skewers are packed with bold flavors and pair wonderfully with sticky rice and a spicy dipping sauce.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 500g pork shoulder, sliced into thin strips
- 8-10 wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Marinade
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar (or palm sugar)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon cilantro stems, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Optional Dipping Sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
Preparation
- Marinate pork:
- In a bowl, mix garlic, oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, oil, cilantro stems, and white pepper.
- Add pork slices and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
- Skewer pork:
- Thread the marinated pork slices onto the skewers, folding the slices to fit.
- Grill skewers:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the pork is fully cooked and caramelized.
- Prepare dipping sauce (optional):
- Mix lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and chili flakes in a small bowl.
- Serve:
- Arrange the skewers on a plate, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with sticky rice, cucumber slices, and the dipping sauce.
Preparation Time
- Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes (including marinating time)
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
- Marinating time: 2 hours (minimum)
Serves
- 4-6 skewers (2-3 people)
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
Notes
- Vegetarian option: Replace pork with firm tofu or mushrooms.
- Grill alternative: Cook the skewers in a broiler or pan-fry them if a grill is unavailable.
- Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated on a grill or in the microwave.
- Pair with: Serve alongside a refreshing Thai cucumber salad for a complete meal.
Enjoy the smoky, sweet, and savory flavors of these Thai Grilled Pork Skewers!