Caribbean-Spiced Grilled Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Caribbean-Spiced Grilled Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon allspice berries; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; One 1-inch piece of cinnamon stick; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1/2 cup finely chopped scallions; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger; 1 Scotch bonnet chile, seeded and minced; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic; 2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; Four 1-pound double-cut pork rib chops, about 4 inches thick; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon allspice berries
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
One 1-inch piece of cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup finely chopped scallions
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger
1 Scotch bonnet chile, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Four 1-pound double-cut pork rib chops, about 4 inches thick
2 teaspoons vegetable oil

1
In a spice grinder of coffee mill, grind the allspice, peppercorns, cinnamon and nutmeg to a powder.
2
In a food processor, combine the scallions, soy sauce, ginger, chile, garlic, thyme, sugar and salt and process to a coarse paste.
3
Add the spices and process to combine.
4
In a large shallow baking dish, coat the pork chops with the marinade and let stand at room temperature for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
5
Light a charcoal grill or preheat the oven to 500.
6
Scrape some of the marinade from the pork chops, leaving a light layer, and rub the chops with the oil.
7
Grill over a medium-low fire until browned outside and lightly pink and juicy in the center, 25 to 30 minutes.
8
Alternatively, set the chops on a baking sheet, fat side up, and roast in the top third of the oven for about 20 minutes.
9
Let the chops rest for 10 minutes.
10
Cut down between the ribs of each double chop, then serve 1 chop per person.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon allspice berries, 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, One 1-inch piece of cinnamon stick, 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Caribbean-Spiced Grilled Pork Chops 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.

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Caribbean-Spiced Grilled Pork Chops

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