Grilled Pork Isaw Skewers with Garlic Soy Marinade

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Tender and smoky grilled chicken intestines marinated in a savory garlic and soy sauce blend, a popular Filipino street barbecue. This filipino-inspired street food ready in about 60 minutes pairs chicken intestines (isaw), cleaned, soy sauce, calamansi juice or lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.

★ 4.4 (8 ratings) Prep: 45 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse and clean 1 lb chicken intestines thoroughly, then cut into 4-inch lengths.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine 1/3 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp calamansi juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper; stir until sugar dissolves.
  3. Step 3: Add the chicken intestines to the marinade, mix well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to absorb flavors.
  4. Step 4: Soak 8-10 wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  5. Step 5: Thread the marinated intestines onto the soaked skewers in a slight curve.
  6. Step 6: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
  7. Step 7: Grill the intestines skewers for about 5 minutes per side, basting occasionally with 2 tbsp vegetable oil, until edges are slightly charred and cooked through.
  8. Step 8: Serve hot with a dipping sauce of your choice or extra calamansi.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Pork Isaw Skewers with Garlic Soy Marinade take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (45 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Pork Isaw Skewers with Garlic Soy Marinade?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Pork Isaw Skewers with Garlic Soy Marinade?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Pork Isaw Skewers with Garlic Soy Marinade for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Pork Isaw Skewers with Garlic Soy Marinade?

Filipino street food like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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