Skewered Filipino Pork Barbecue with Sticky Glaze

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Tender pork cubes marinated in sweet-savory pineapple-garlic sauce, grilled until caramelized and sticky, served as a vibrant street food staple. This filipino-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 30 minutes pairs pork shoulder, soy sauce, brown sugar 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 2 tbsp fish sauce, and 1/4 cup pineapple juice in a bowl; whisk until sugar dissolves. Add 1.5 lbs cubed pork shoulder and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F). Thread pork cubes onto soaked bamboo skewers, spacing pieces 1 inch apart.
  3. Step 3: Brush skewers with 1 tbsp cooking oil and place on grill. Cook 8-10 minutes, turning every 2 minutes, until edges are caramelized and sauce is sticky.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Skewered Filipino Pork Barbecue with Sticky Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Skewered Filipino Pork Barbecue with Sticky Glaze?

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 pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Skewered Filipino Pork Barbecue with Sticky Glaze?

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 Skewered Filipino Pork Barbecue with Sticky Glaze 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 Skewered Filipino Pork Barbecue with Sticky Glaze?

Filipino bbq & smoked 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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