Grilled Pork Skewers Morunos

Grilled Pork Skewers Morunos

Recipe Origins:

Moronos is a Moorish-derived Spanish Andalusian dish of skewered and grilled beef or lamb, eventually using the current version made with pork.

The original marinade was basically a blend of cumin, oregano, coriander, paprika, nutmeg, cayenne, and cinnamon.



Brine:
Marinade:
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. ground coriander seed
  • 1 tsp. fresh oregano chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup XVOO
  • 1/8 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • 2 Tbs. Hanapepe Smokey Coffee Rub & Seasoning
Directions:
  • Make the brine, add the pork and refrigerate for 2 hours
  • Meanwhile, combine the spices for the marinade.
  • Remove the pork, pat it dry and marinate it in the spices, olive oil, and lemon juice. Put it in the refrigerator for another two hours.
  • Dredge with Hanapepe Smokey Coffee Rub & Seasoning.
  • Skewer the marinated meat and grill, turning to sear all sides.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.