Honey Pork Skewers with Sesame Pumpkin

Elevate your grilling game with these irresistible Honey Pork Skewers with Sesame Pumpkin—a perfect fusion of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors that’s sure to impress. Tender chunks of pork are marinated in a luscious blend of honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and lemon juice, then grilled to caramelized perfection. Paired with oven-roasted pumpkin wedges coated in olive oil, sesame seeds, and a hint of seasoning, this dish offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Whether cooked on a grill or roasted in the oven, these skewers make an easy, flavorful meal that’s ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch, and let these skewers become your new go-to recipe for deliciously simple cooking inspiration.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Pork loin
• 3 tbsp Honey
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 pcs Garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp Ginger
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 600 g Pumpkin
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Sesame seeds
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
• 8 pcs Wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent them from burning during cooking.

Step 2

Cut the pork loin into bite-sized cubes, about 2.5 cm each.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, grated garlic, grated ginger, and lemon juice. Mix well to form the marinade.

Step 4

Add the pork cubes to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for better flavor.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) or set up a grill on medium heat.

Step 6

While the pork marinates, prepare the pumpkin. Peel and remove the seeds, then cut the pumpkin into 2-3 cm thick wedges.

Step 7

In a large bowl, toss the pumpkin wedges with olive oil, sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

Step 8

Spread the pumpkin wedges on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and golden brown.

Step 9

Thread the marinated pork cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers, dividing them evenly among the skewers.

Step 10

Cook the skewers on a preheated grill or grill pan for 8-10 minutes, turning frequently, until the pork is fully cooked and slightly caramelized on the edges. Alternatively, you can place the skewers on a baking tray and roast in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for 15-20 minutes, turning once.

Step 11

Arrange the sesame pumpkin on a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 12

Serve the honey pork skewers alongside the sesame pumpkin and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1289.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1953.5

Total Fat 108.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 395mg	0%
Sodium 3846.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 99.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 69.2g
Protein 148.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 271.1mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 4502.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.6%

Protein: 30.1%

Carbs: 20.3%