Grilled Latin-Style Pork Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Juicy marinated pork skewers grilled to perfection and served with a vibrant, herbaceous chimichurri sauce that balances smoky and fresh flavors. This Latin American recipe, ready in about 87 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes, olive oil, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves
• 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb cubed pork shoulder and toss thoroughly to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare the chimichurri sauce by finely chopping 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, and 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves. In a small bowl, mix the chopped herbs with 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp water, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Stir well and set aside.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated pork cubes onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
4. Step 4: Grill the pork skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until cooked through and slightly charred on edges.
5. Step 5: Serve the hot pork skewers drizzled generously with the chimichurri sauce for a fresh and tangy finish.