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Puerto Rican Pinchos Recipe

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Pinchos de Pollo (Puerto Rican Chicken Skewers) The Noshery
Pinchos de Pollo (Puerto Rican Chicken Skewers) The Noshery from thenoshery.com

Description

Puerto Rican Pinchos are a popular street food in Puerto Rico. They are essentially skewers made with marinated chicken or pork, and are served with a variety of sauces. The marinade is a blend of spices and herbs that give the meat a delicious flavor. The skewers are then grilled to perfection, giving them a smoky and charred taste. These pinchos are perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight meal.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs or pork shoulder
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 1/4 cup of white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon of onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • Wooden skewers

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Bowl for marinating

Method

  1. Cut the chicken or pork into small cubes.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, white vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the cubed meat to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
  4. Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  5. Thread the meat onto wooden skewers.
  6. Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and charred on the outside.
  7. Remove the skewers from the grill and serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

Notes

If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before threading the meat onto them. This will prevent them from burning on the grill.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves 4-6 people. The nutritional information per serving is as follows:
  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 30g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg

Recipes FAQ

What are pinchos?

Pinchos are a popular street food in Puerto Rico. They are skewers made with marinated chicken or pork, and are served with a variety of sauces.

What is the marinade for pinchos?

The marinade for pinchos is a blend of spices and herbs, including garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

How do you cook pinchos?

Pinchos are typically grilled to perfection, giving them a smoky and charred taste. They can also be cooked on a grill pan or in the oven.

Recipe Tips

For a more authentic Puerto Rican taste, serve the pinchos with a side of tostones (fried plantains) and a cold Medalla beer. You can also experiment with different dipping sauces, such as a classic garlic aioli or a spicy mango salsa.

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