Caribbean Jerk Pork Recipe

Name: Caribbean Jerk Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1 or 2 medium fresh jalapenos, halved lengthwise, stem(s), ribs, and seeds discarded; 2 tablespoons chopped onion; 1 tablespoon ground allspice; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried, crumbled; 1 teaspoon grated orange zest; 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 teaspoons steak sauce (lowest sodium available); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 4 boneless center loin pork chops (about 4 ounces each), all visible fat discarded; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 medium lime, cut into 4 wedges (optional)

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
1 or 2 medium fresh jalapenos, halved lengthwise, stem(s), ribs, and seeds discarded
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried, crumbled
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons steak sauce (lowest sodium available)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 boneless center loin pork chops (about 4 ounces each), all visible fat discarded
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium lime, cut into 4 wedges (optional)

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Lightly spray the grill rack or broiler pan and rack with cooking spray.
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Preheat the grill on high or preheat the broiler.
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In a food processor or blender, process all the seasoning blend ingredients until smooth.
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Transfer to a large shallow glass dish.
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Add the pork to the seasoning blend, turning to coat.
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Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally.
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Grill the pork or broil about 4 inches from the heat for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until slightly pink in the center.
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Sprinkle with the salt.
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Serve with the lime wedges to squeeze on top.
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Jerking, a method of cooking in Jamaica, involves rubbing meat with, or marinating it in, a fiery-hot, intensely flavored mixture, then grilling it.
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Although chicken and pork are the most commonly jerked foods, beef, goat, and fish can also be prepared this way.
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Jerk seasoning almost always includes some Scotch bonnet or habanero chiles, but we lowered the heat a notch here by using jalapeno.
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Other very typical jerk seasonings are allspice, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, thyme, garlic, and onions.
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(Per serving)
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Calories: 173
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Total fat: 6.0g
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Saturated: 2.0g
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Trans: 0.0g
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Polyunsaturated: 0.5g
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Monounsaturated: 2.0g
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Cholesterol: 66mg
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Sodium: 229mg
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Carbohydrates: 8g
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Fiber: 1g
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Sugars: 5g
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Protein: 22g
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Calcium: 42mg
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Potassium: 349mg
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1/2 other carbohydrate
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3 lean meat

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 1 or 2 medium fresh jalapenos, halved lengthwise, stem(s), ribs, and seeds discarded, 2 tablespoons chopped onion, 1 tablespoon ground allspice, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Jerk Pork falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caribbean Jerk Pork

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