Grilled Citrus-Marinated Pork Skewers with Cumin and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Tender pork marinated in a zesty citrus and garlic blend, grilled on skewers with a hint of cumin for a smoky finish. This Latin American-inspired no-cook recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes, orange juice, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8 wooden skewers, soaked

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb pork tenderloin cut into 1-inch cubes and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated pork cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
4. Step 4: Grill skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until pork is cooked through and has grill marks, reaching an internal temperature of 145°F.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.