Grilled Pork Kebabs with Spiced Yogurt Marinade and Mint

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

Tender pork kebabs marinated in a spiced yogurt blend with garlic and cumin, grilled to perfection and served with a refreshing mint garnish for a balanced, flavorful dish. This Middle Eastern-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes, plain Greek yogurt, garlic cloves 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.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 tsp, divided salt
• 1 tsp, divided black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh mint leaves
• 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground coriander, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs of 1-inch cubed pork shoulder to the marinade and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to tenderize and infuse flavors.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated pork cubes evenly onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
4. Step 4: Grill kebabs for 10-12 minutes total, turning every 3-4 minutes, until pork is cooked through and slightly charred on edges, reaching an internal temperature of 145°F.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves and remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper before serving.