SPICY PORK TENDERLOIN SKEWERS

Spicy Pork Tenderloin Skewers image

"My healthy prep-ahead skewers are easy to grill at the last minute, making them handy for time-pressed days. Red pepper flakes add a nice bite. Serve with steamed rice or broccoli." -Dawn E. Bryant, Hershey, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each), cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

In a blender, combine the first 11 ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight. , Drain and discard marinade. Thread pork cubes onto six metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until juices run clear, turning occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges