Jamaican Jerk Pork Recipe
Preparation Time: 10 hours
Cooking Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 18 hours
Serves: 3-4
Description: 🇯🇲🔥 Indulge in the fiery flavors of Jamaica with this tantalizing Jamaican Jerk Pork recipe! Bursting with aromatic spices and bold ingredients, this dish promises an explosion of Caribbean taste with every bite. 🌶️🍖 Whether you opt for succulent pork or swap it out for chicken, the choice is yours! Plus, feel free to adjust the peppers to suit your heat tolerance. Get ready to transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of Jamaica!
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 | Ground Allspice |
| 1 1/2 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Ground Black Pepper |
| 1/2 | Ground Cinnamon |
| 1/2 | Ground Nutmeg |
| 1/4 | Ground Cloves |
| 1/8 | Green Onions |
| 3 | Garlic Cloves |
| 3 | Scotch Bonnet Peppers |
| 2 | Onions |
| 1 | Lemon (Juiced) |
| 1 | Vegetable Oil |
| 3 | Soy Sauce |
| 2 | Malt Vinegar |
| 2 | Ginger Root |
| 1 | Pork Tenderloin (Approx. 1 lb) |
| 3-4 | Skewers |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Jerk Seasoning: In a large bowl, combine the ground allspice, salt, black pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Mix thoroughly to ensure all spices are evenly distributed.
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Prepare the Marinade: In a food processor, combine the green onions, garlic cloves, scotch bonnet peppers, onions, lemon juice, vegetable oil, soy sauce, malt vinegar, and ginger root. Blend until you achieve a smooth and flavorful marinade.
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Marinate the Pork: Place the pork tenderloin in a glass bowl or large freezer bag. Pour the prepared marinade over the pork, ensuring it is fully coated. Cover the bowl or seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, allowing the flavors to penetrate the meat.
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Preparation for Grilling: Remove the marinated pork from the refrigerator approximately 1 hour before grilling to allow it to come to room temperature. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it is well-oiled to prevent sticking.
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Skewer the Pork: Thread the marinated pork cubes onto skewers, placing approximately 4 cubes on each skewer. This helps the pork cook evenly and makes it easier to handle on the grill.
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Grill the Pork: Once the grill is hot, place the pork skewers on the grill, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Grill the pork for 6-8 minutes on one side, then carefully flip the skewers and grill for an additional 6-8 minutes on the other side, or until the pork is cooked through and has a delicious charred exterior.
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Serve and Enjoy: Remove the cooked pork skewers from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh chopped herbs or additional sliced peppers for an extra kick of flavor, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the irresistible taste of Jamaican Jerk Pork!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 550.1
- Total Fat: 38.1g
- Saturated Fat: 12.7g
- Cholesterol: 149.7mg
- Sodium: 836.3mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 5.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugars: 2.1g
- Protein: 43.5g
Recipe Notes: Feel free to customize this Jamaican Jerk Pork recipe to suit your taste preferences. You can adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of scotch bonnet peppers used. Additionally, this marinade works wonderfully with chicken, so don’t hesitate to swap out the pork for poultry if desired. Serve your Jamaican Jerk Pork alongside traditional Caribbean sides like rice and peas, fried plantains, or fresh tropical fruit for a complete and satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor! 🌴🍽️
