BBQ Pork Skewers with Filipino BBQ Marinade 

These Filipino-style BBQ pork skewers, from Amanda Cooks & Styles, are sticky, sweet, and slightly spicy. Tender strips of boneless pork are marinated in a zesty Filipino barbecue sauce made with cola, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and brown sugar. Skewered and grilled to perfection, they develop a caramelized exterior and juicy interior. Served with rice, fresh pickles, or dipping sauce, these skewers are ideal for family dinners, backyard gatherings, or weekend cookouts. They require minimal prep and deliver big flavor—making them a delicious introduction to Pinoy grilling at home. 

Ingredients

For the Pork & Skewers:
4 thick-cut boneless pork chops, sliced into 2‑inch strips (enough for 8 skewers)
8 large skewers

For the Marinade:
⅓ cup Coca‑Cola
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup finely chopped onion
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup ketchup (best if banana ketchup)
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp lemon juice
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
½ tsp sriracha (optional) 

Reserved Basting Sauce:
¼ cup marinade reserved (for basting)

Directions

1. Slice pork chops into long strips and place in a large bowl or container.
   
   

2. Mix all marinade ingredients except reserved basting sauce; whisk until sugar dissolves. Toss the pork strips to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
   
   

3. Reserve ¼ cup of marinade before tossing meat—this will be used for basting during grilling.
   
   

4. Thread 2–4 strips onto each skewer lengthwise.
   
   

5. Preheat grill to medium. Oil grates, place skewers on grill, and cook 3–4 minutes per side, turning frequently. Baste with reserved sauce between turns. Grill until internal temperature reaches 160 °F (71 °C).
   
   

6. Once cooked through and caramelized, remove skewers. Let rest briefly, then serve hot.
   
   

Nutrients (estimated per skewer)

Calories: ~200 kcal
Carbohydrates: ~10 g
Protein: ~20 g
Fat: ~8 g (Saturated: ~2 g)
Fiber: ~<1 g
Sugar: ~9 g
Sodium: ~500 mg
Potassium: ~250 mg
Vitamin C: ~2 mg
Vitamin A: ~50 IU
Calcium: ~20 mg
Iron: ~1 mg