BBQ Pork Skewers

Experience the delightful flavors of the Philippines with this traditional pork BBQ recipe, known as Inihaw na Baboy. Juicy marinated pork is grilled to perfection, offering a savory and sweet taste with every bite. Perfect for both lunch and dinner gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress your guests.
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Ingredients

🥩 2 lbs Kroger Natural Fresh Pork shoulder steak, cut into 1.5-inch long strips
🌿 Wooden skewers
🍅 1 cup Jufran or UFC Banana Ketchup, or Heinz Tomato Ketchup
🍶 ½ cup soy sauce
🍋 ¼ cup Manila Gold Pure Calamansi 100% Pure Juice, or lemon lime juice
🥤 ½ cup Mexican Sprite or 7Up
🧄 8 cloves garlic, minced
🧂 1 tsp garlic powder
🍯 ½ cup brown sugar
🌶️ 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
🧂 1 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

1- Prepare the Pork:

• Using the Misen knife, cut the pork shoulder steak into 1.5-inch strips.

2- Make the Marinade:

• In a Vitamix blender, blend the soy sauce, chosen ketchup, calamansi juice, Sprite or 7Up, minced garlic, garlic powder, brown sugar, black pepper, and kosher salt until smooth.

3- Marinate the Pork:

• Place the pork in a large mixing bowl or ziplock bag.
• Pour the marinade over the pork, mixing well.
• Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

4- Prepare the Skewers:

• Soak wooden skewers in a metal container filled with water for at least 2 hours to prevent burning.

5- Thread the Pork:

• Thread marinated pork onto the skewers tightly.

6- Prepare the Glaze:

• In a small glass bowl, whisk together the ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, black pepper, and kosher salt.

7- Grill the BBQ:

• Preheat the Weber grill to medium heat.
• Grill skewers for 12–15 minutes, turning every 4–5 minutes.

8- Glaze and Finish:

• Increase grill heat to medium high.
• Using a basting brush, apply the glaze generously.
• Grill for an additional 1–2 minutes per side.

9- Serve:

• Remove from grill once caramelized.
• Serve with steamed rice or garlic fried rice and a side of Filipino spiced vinegar.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Total Time: 1 day
Servings: 6
Calories: 550
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fats: 35g

Equipment: Misen knife, Wooden cutting board, Pyrex glass measuring cup, Vitamix or similar high-power blender, Large metal mixing bowl, Plastic wrap, Metal container, Metal baking sheet/tray, Small glass bowl, Whisk, Weber Kettle Grill, Tongs, Spoon or basting brush

Cooking Tips

• Pork Selection: Use pork shoulder steak for juicy results.
• Skewers Soaking: Essential to prevent burning.
• Double Glazing: Enhances flavor and appearance.
• Grilling Heat: Medium heat initially, increase for caramelization.

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Inihaw na Baboy (Filipino Pork BBQ)