Grilled Teriyaki Pork Skewers with Garlic Butter Vegetables

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Juicy grilled pork marinated in a sweet teriyaki glaze paired with sautéed garlic butter vegetables for a balanced, flavorful meal. This asian fusion-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes, teriyaki sauce, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 Asian Fusion cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 1 lb pork shoulder cubes with 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread marinated pork cubes onto skewers and grill for 3-4 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: While pork cooks, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil and 3 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 sliced carrot to the skillet. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Sauté vegetables for 5-6 minutes until tender-crisp and coated in garlic butter.
  5. Step 5: Serve grilled pork skewers alongside garlic butter vegetables with steamed rice or your choice of side.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Teriyaki Pork Skewers with Garlic Butter Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Teriyaki Pork Skewers with Garlic Butter Vegetables?

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 teriyaki sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Teriyaki Pork Skewers with Garlic Butter Vegetables?

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 Teriyaki Pork Skewers with Garlic Butter Vegetables 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 Teriyaki Pork Skewers with Garlic Butter Vegetables?

Asian Fusion pork 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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