Tamarind-Glazed Pork Skewers with Spiced Peanut Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

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Grilled pork skewers brushed with a tangy tamarind glaze served alongside a creamy, spiced peanut dipping sauce. This Thai-inspired pork recipe (gluten free), ready in about 52 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, tamarind paste, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 40 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes pork tenderloin
3 tbsp tamarind paste
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp soy sauce
3, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/3 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup coconut milk
1 tbsp red curry paste
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp, for garnish chopped roasted peanuts
1/4 cup, chopped for garnish fresh cilantro
6-8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp tamarind paste, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp vegetable oil. Add 1 lb cubed pork tenderloin, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare the peanut sauce by whisking together 1/3 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup coconut milk, 1 tbsp red curry paste, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tbsp brown sugar in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
Step 3: Thread the marinated pork cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers evenly. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, brushing occasionally with remaining marinade, until cooked through and slightly charred.
Step 4: Serve the pork skewers drizzled with the spiced peanut sauce, garnished with 2 tbsp chopped roasted peanuts and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.