Grilled Citrus-Marinated Pork Skewers with Smoky Paprika

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-15 · Updated 2026-05-15

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Tender pork skewers marinated in a zesty citrus and smoky paprika marinade, grilled to juicy perfection. This American Southern-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, orange juice, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American Southern cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes pork tenderloin
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
3 minced garlic cloves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth.
Step 2: Add 1 lb cubed pork tenderloin to the marinade and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
Step 3: Thread the marinated pork cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes, until pork is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.