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several skewers of pinchos morunos on a plate with lemon wedges.
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Pinchos Morunos (Spanish Pork Skewers)

These mouthwatering Spanish pork skewers are called pincho morunos because of their fascinating history. The marinade is a delicious blend of spices, making these the perfect flavorful tapa!
Prep Time2 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Spanish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 417.42kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds pork tenderloin cleaned of excess fat and veins
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon sweet Spanish paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • juice of half a lemon for marinade
  • lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  • Trim the pork loin of excess fat, and then cut into 1 ½ inch cubes. Place the meat in a large freezer bag.
  • Mix the spices, olive oil, and lemon juice in a bowl, and then pour it into the bag of pork.
  • Seal the bag and massage the pork until it's coated in the marinade. Marinate in the fridge overnight, or for a minimum of 2 hours.
  • Remove the marinated pork cubes from the marinade and place on wooden or metal skewers. Leave a little bit of space between each cube of meat.
  • Grill on a grill or in a cast iron skillet over a high heat until browned on the outside but just cooked through. The meat should have an internal temperature of 145°F (62°C). Be careful not to overcook, or they'll be dry!
  • Rest the skewers for 5 minutes, then serve hot with lemon wedges and enjoy.

Notes

  • Try making these skewers with chicken or lamb instead of the pork; it's equally delicious!
  • Experiment with different spices in the marinade based on your tastes and preferences.
  • Let the marinated pork warm up for a few minutes at room temperature before cooking for tender, juicy results.
  • Leftover pinchos keep in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.  Take them off the skewers if storing for more than 24 hours.
  • Freeze leftover pinchos for up to 3 months. Be sure to remove from the skewer before freezing.

Nutrition

Calories: 417.42kcal | Carbohydrates: 5.41g | Protein: 47.89g | Fat: 22.3g | Saturated Fat: 4.64g | Trans Fat: 0.08g | Cholesterol: 147.42mg | Sodium: 704.73mg | Potassium: 1022.59mg | Fiber: 1.78g | Sugar: 0.71g | Vitamin A: 898.54IU | Vitamin C: 9.22mg | Calcium: 56.46mg | Iron: 4.28mg