Mandarin Grilled Pork Steaks
Infuse your backyard barbecue with irresistible citrus flair by trying these Mandarin Grilled Pork Steaks, a recipe that combines tender, smoky pork shoulder with the bright, tangy sweetness of mandarin oranges. Marinated in a flavorful blend of fresh mandarin juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger, the pork soaks up every ounce of zesty goodness before being seared to perfection on the grill. A glossy mandarin glaze, made with a touch of cornstarch for the perfect consistency, elevates each bite with a burst of citrusy sweetness, while a sprinkle of fresh green onions adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in under 40 minutes of hands-on time, this recipe is an ideal choice for summer cookouts or family dinners, pairing beautifully with steamed rice, grilled vegetables, or a crisp seasonal salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork shoulder steaks
- 6 whole mandarin oranges (fresh or canned)
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 stalks green onions (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Juice the mandarin oranges to yield approximately 1 cup of juice. Set aside a few orange segments for garnish if desired.
In a medium bowl, whisk together mandarin juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, olive oil, white vinegar, black pepper, and salt to create a marinade.
Reserve 1/4 cup of the marinade and set it aside for basting. Place the pork shoulder steaks in a large resealable bag or a shallow dish, pour the remaining marinade over the pork, and seal or cover. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight for best results.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the pork steaks from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels. Discard the used marinade.
Grill the pork steaks for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Brush the reserved marinade over the pork steaks during the last few minutes of grilling for extra flavor.
While the pork is grilling, prepare the glaze by mixing cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Heat the reserved mandarin marinade in a small saucepan over medium heat and stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook until the glaze has thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Allow the grilled pork steaks to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Drizzle the thickened mandarin glaze over the pork steaks and garnish with chopped green onions and reserved mandarin segments, if desired.
Serve warm alongside your favorite side dishes such as steamed rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
676 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.0 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 140 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 951 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 38.4 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 767 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
