Tamarind and Ginger Glazed Pork Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

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Juicy pork tenderloin pieces marinated in a tangy tamarind and ginger glaze, grilled to perfection and served as flavorful skewers. This Asian-inspired no-cook recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes, tamarind paste, fresh ginger, grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tbsp tamarind paste
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 wooden skewers, soaked in water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make the marinade.
Step 2: Add 1 lb cubed pork tenderloin to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated pork cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Grill skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until pork is cooked through and slightly charred at edges. Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes before serving.