SESAME PORK KABOBS

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My son and daughter-in-law discovered this recipe while living in Japan. Folks always comment on the wonderful marinade and crunchy sesame seeds.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each), trimmed

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients. Cut pork into 1/4-in. thick slices; add to marinade. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Drain and discard marinade. , On each of six long metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread beef. Grill, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 9-12 minutes or until meat is tender, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 385mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges