Korean-Style Skewered Pork with Cucumber Slices
A refreshing and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of pork with the crunch of cucumber, all wrapped up in a spicy Korean-inspired marinade.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubesTry to get a mix of lean and fatty meat for the best flavor
- ●2 teaspoons Minari (Korean chili flakes)Adjust to taste for spiciness
- ●2 inches Ginger, gratedUse a microplane to get the right texture
- ●3 cloves Garlic, mincedMince it finely so it distributes evenly
- ●2 tablespoons Soy sauceUse a good-quality, low-sodium soy sauce
- ●1 tablespoon Brown sugarUse a high-quality, pure cane sugar
- ●4-6 Cucumber slicesChoose thin slices for the best texture
- ●1/4 cup Green onions, thinly slicedUse the green parts only for the best flavor
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, minari, ginger, and garlic.
- 2
Add the pork cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 3
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated pork cubes and cucumber slices onto skewers.
- 4
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning frequently, until the pork is cooked through and the cucumber is slightly charred.
- 5
Transfer the skewers to a serving platter and garnish with thinly sliced green onions.
- 6
Serve immediately and enjoy!