Vietnamese-Style Grilled Lemongrass Pork Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

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Tender pork marinated in aromatic lemongrass and spices, then grilled to perfection for a flavorful Vietnamese street food experience. This Vietnamese-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, lemongrass stalks, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Serves 4 Vietnamese cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, thinly sliced pork shoulder
3, white parts finely minced lemongrass stalks
4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil
8, soaked in water for 30 minutes bamboo skewers
for serving lime wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder, 3 finely minced white parts of lemongrass stalks, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp vegetable oil. Mix well and marinate covered in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated pork slices onto 8 soaked bamboo skewers, folding the slices as needed to fit.
Step 3: Grill the pork skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until edges are slightly charred and pork is cooked through.
Step 4: Remove from grill and serve immediately with fresh lime wedges to squeeze over the top for bright acidity.