Pineapple Pork Skewers
Pineapple Pork Skewers are a popular grilled dish featuring marinated chunks of pork and pineapple threaded onto skewers, often cooked over an open flame or barbecue. The marinade typically includes soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar, creating a sweet and savory flavor profile. This dish is a staple in many Asian and Pacific Island cuisines, particularly in Hawaiian and Filipino cooking.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a good source of protein and provides a moderate amount of carbohydrates, primarily from the pineapple and marinade. A typical serving offers around 300-400 calories, with significant contributions of vitamin C, manganese, and potassium from the pineapple.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Manganese | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 210 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
Per 4 skewers (200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The combination of pork and pineapple is a classic example of 'sweet and sour' flavor pairing, which is a hallmark of many Asian culinary traditions. Nutritionally, the bromelain enzyme in pineapple can aid in protein digestion, making it a synergistic pairing with the pork.
