Tropical Rum-Glazed Pork Skewers with Pineapple

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

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Juicy pork skewers marinated and glazed in a sweet and tangy tropical rum sauce paired with caramelized pineapple chunks. This Caribbean recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes, dark rum, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 430 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 Caribbean cuisine 430 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup dark rum
3 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp soy sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp ginger, grated
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 cup pineapple chunks
2 tbsp olive oil
to taste salt
to taste black pepper
8 wooden skewers, soaked in water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup dark rum, 3 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice until sugar dissolves.
Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs of 1-inch cubed pork shoulder to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread the marinated pork cubes and 1 cup pineapple chunks alternately onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Brush the skewers lightly with 2 tbsp olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
Step 5: Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes, until pork is cooked through (internal temperature 145°F) and pineapple is caramelized with slight char marks.
Step 6: Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with extra lime wedges if desired for a bright finish.