Step 1

1 Have skewers ready

Step 2

2 If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 to 30 minutes before using

Step 3

3 Cut the pork into strips about 6 inches long and 1 1/2 inches wide or into bite-size chunks

Step 4

4 In a shallow bowl or resealable plastic bag, combine the sugar, star anise, cinnamon, pepper, salt, wine, pineapple juice, soy sauce and sesame oil, and stir or shake to combine

Step 5

5 Add the pork and toss to coat

Step 6

6 Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 8 hours

Step 7

7 Preheat the grill or broiler

Step 8

8 Lightly oil the skewers

Step 9

9 Thread the pork onto the skewers, reserving the marinade

Step 10

10 If the pork was cut into strips, weave them onto the skewer so they are punctured by the skewers at least 3 times; if using chunks, space them about 1 inch apart

Step 11

11 Transfer the skewers to a plate; set aside

Step 12

12 In a small saucepan, bring the marinade to a boil

Step 13

13 Remove from the heat; set aside

Step 14

14 Generously coat the grill or broiler rack with vegetable oil

Step 15

15 Grill the pork skewers, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred, 4 to 7 minutes, depending on the flame and the size of the pork

Step 16

16 Baste the pork with the marinade during the last couple of minutes of grilling

Step 17

17 Serve warm