Caribbean Pork Bowl Recipe

Name: Caribbean Pork Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -6 tomatillos, quartered; 1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, chopped; 1/2 cup white onion, chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, lightly packed; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1 jalapeno, chopped; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt (second measurement); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes; 1/2 lb kielbasa, cut into 8 pieces; 2 tablespoons garlic, minced; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Servings: persons

4 -6 tomatillos, quartered
1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, chopped
1/2 cup white onion, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, lightly packed
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 jalapeno, chopped
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt (second measurement)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 lb kielbasa, cut into 8 pieces
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh lime juice

1
Blanch tomatillos in boiling water for 5 minutes or until they begin to soften.
2
Remove husk, drain and rinse in cold water.
3
Pulse tomatillos with pineapple, onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno, sugar, and salt in a processor or blender until finely chopped.
4
Cover and chill.
5
Blend spices.
6
Toss trimmed pork with spice mixture.
7
Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
8
Saute pork for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9
Stir in kielbasa and garlic.
10
Saute an additional 5 minutes or until kielbasa begins to brown, stirring to keep the garlic from burning.
11
Deglaze with lime juice and boil until syrupy, 1-2 minutes.
12
Serve with black beans and rice, and top with tomatillo salsa.

439

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -6 tomatillos, quartered, 1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, chopped, 1/2 cup white onion, chopped, 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, lightly packed, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Pork Bowl falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Caribbean Pork Bowl

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Variations & substitutions

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