Grilled Taddy Bitter Ale Marinated Pork Skewers
Tender pork skewers marinated in a bitter ale with herbs, then grilled for smoky, flavorful bites. This British-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, Taddy bitter ale, olive oil 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 (450g), cut into 1-inch cubes pork shoulder
- 1/2 cup Taddy bitter ale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 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 medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup Taddy bitter ale, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Whisk to mix marinade.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb 1-inch cubed pork shoulder to the marinade, tossing to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated pork cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
- Step 4: Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until pork is cooked through and edges are charred and crispy.
- Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes before serving warm as a flavorful appetizer or main course.








