Grilled Asian Glazed Pork Kabobs are a flavorful summer favorite. A sweet-tangy marinade tenderizes the pork and adds depth, making these kabobs ideal for grilling or baking when the weather doesn’t cooperate.
These pork kabobs balance savory, sweet, and tangy notes for a delicious, finger-licking meal. Serve them with fried rice, grilled vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a crisp garden salad for a complete dinner.
Can I Cook These Pork Kabobs Inside?
If you don’t have access to an outdoor grill, these kabobs cook well on a stovetop grill pan or in the oven. For oven baking, line a baking sheet with foil and lightly spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway through. During the last 10 minutes, baste with the reserved marinade that has been simmered and thickened.
What Is The Best Skewers To Use
Wooden skewers should be soaked in warm water for 15–30 minutes before threading to reduce burning. Bamboo skewers are thicker and handle heat well, while metal skewers are durable and reusable—great if you grill often.
Ingredients
See the recipe card below for measurements and full instructions.
2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch chunks
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon dried parsley
How To Make Grilled Asian Glazed Pork Kabobs
1. Combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, hoisin sauce, vegetable oil, minced garlic, ground ginger, and dried parsley in a bowl. Whisk until smooth.
2. Reserve 1/3 cup of the marinade for basting. Add the pork to the remaining marinade, toss to coat, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to penetrate.
3. While the pork marinates, heat the reserved marinade in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until it thickens slightly. This cooked sauce is safe to use as a glaze for finishing the kabobs.
4. Thread the marinated pork onto skewers. Place the skewers on a hot grill and cook for 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally until the pork is cooked through.
5. Halfway through cooking, brush the warmed reserved marinade over the kabobs and flip to cook the other side. Continue until the pork reaches a safe internal temperature and is cooked through.
Follow food safety guidelines for the recommended minimum internal temperature for pork to ensure it’s fully cooked.
Recipe Card
Grilled Asian Glazed Pork Kabobs
A simple, sweet-and-tangy marinade makes tender, flavorful pork kabobs that are perfect for the grill or oven.
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Servings: 5
Course: Main Course | Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch chunks
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp dried parsley
Instructions
- Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, hoisin sauce, vegetable oil, garlic, ginger, and parsley.
- Reserve 1/3 cup of the marinade. Add the pork to the remaining marinade, toss to coat, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Simmer the reserved marinade in a small saucepan over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Thread the pork onto skewers and grill over medium-high heat for 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Brush the warmed reserved marinade on the kabobs halfway through cooking and again before serving. Ensure pork is cooked through.
Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation methods.
More Grilling Recipes To Try
If you enjoy grilling, try other skewered and grilled recipes to expand your repertoire.
I hope you enjoy these Grilled Asian Glazed Pork Kabobs. If you make them, please come back and leave a rating or comment—feedback is always appreciated.