Grilled Guatemalan-Inspired Citrus Marinated Pork Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

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Tender pork skewers marinated in a zesty blend of orange, lime, and traditional Guatemalan spices, then grilled to smoky perfection. This Latin American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, orange juice, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 Latin American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes pork shoulder
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp olive oil
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 bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs cubed pork shoulder to the marinade, mixing thoroughly to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated pork cubes evenly onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Grill the pork skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until the meat is cooked through with a slight char and an internal temperature of 145°F.
Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with fresh lime wedges and a side of grilled vegetables or rice.