Kick-off Kabobs

Make these quick and easy, spicy Italian kabobs to kick off your tailgate. Great for a game day appetizer party.

Prep: 10 min | Cook: 15 min | Yield: 24 appetizers

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless pork chops, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 1 cup Italian dressing
• 2 tablespoons red pepper flakes, crushed
• 1 tablespoon fennel seed
• 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1 large onion, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 24 (6 inch) wooden skewers (soak in water for 30 minutes before using)

Instructions

1. Place pork cubes in resealable plastic bag; add salad dressing, red pepper flakes and fennel seed.
2. Seal bag; refrigerate for at least 1 hour to overnight to marinate pork.
3. When ready to cook, thread pork, peppers and onion on skewers.
4. Discard marinade.
5. Place kabobs on greased broiler pan and broil 5 inches from heat, or grill over medium-hot coals, for about 5 minutes per side.

Notes

Tailgate Tip: If tailgating at the stadium, thread pork and vegetables on skewers at home, and store in plastic containers in a portable cooler until ready to grill.

Nutrition

Per servings: Calories: 70 calories Protein: 9g Fat: 2g Sodium: 135mg Cholesterol: 25mg Saturated Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 2g

Attribution

Recipe and photo used with permission from: National Pork Board