Jerk Pork With Papaya Recipe

Name: Jerk Pork With Papaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 13 lbs pork tenderloin (or pork loin); 1 banana, coarsely chopped; ¾ cup chutney (mango or other); ¼ cup lime juice; 3 tablespoons coconut, sweetened flaked; 1 lb angel hair pasta, dry; ¾ cup chicken broth; ¼ cup seasoned rice vinegar; ¼ cup cilantro, firmly packed; 3 tablespoons water; 3 tablespoons fresh gingerroot, minced; 2 tablespoons black peppercorns, whole; 1 tablespoon ground allspice; 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed; 2 garlic cloves; ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ teaspoon coriander, ground; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Servings: persons

1 13 lbs pork tenderloin (or pork loin)
1 banana, coarsely chopped
¾ cup chutney (mango or other)
¼ cup lime juice
3 tablespoons coconut, sweetened flaked
1 lb angel hair pasta, dry
¾ cup chicken broth
¼ cup seasoned rice vinegar
¼ cup cilantro, firmly packed
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons fresh gingerroot, minced
2 tablespoons black peppercorns, whole
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
2 garlic cloves
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon coriander, ground
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

1
Prepare Jerk seasoning paste by combining all ingredients in a blender or food processor until a smooth paste.
2
Place pork and jerk paste in a zip lock bag and refrigerate 20 minutes or up to 1 day.
3
In a bowl combine banana, chutney, 1 tablespoon lime juice and coconut.
4
Set aside.
5
Prepare barbecue for indirect cooking.
6
Place drip pan between coals.
7
Place pork in center of grill above drip pan.
8
Cover barbecue, open vents and cook until meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of pork registers 155F, about 20 minutes for tenderloins.
9
Transfer to platter and keep warm.
10
Cook pasta until just done.
11
Drain well and return to pan.
12
Add broth and store over medium heat until pasta has absorbed most of broth.
13
Mix in vinegar, minced cilantro, remaining 3 tablespoons lime juice mixed with sugar.
14
Cut pork across grain into 1/2 inch thick slices.
15
Serve over pasta and garnish with papaya and cilantro sprigs.
16
Serve with banana chutney relish to add to taste.

689

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 13 lbs pork tenderloin (or pork loin), 1 banana, coarsely chopped, ¾ cup chutney (mango or other), ¼ cup lime juice, and more.

Yes, Jerk Pork With Papaya falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Jerk Pork With Papaya

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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