Best 3 Jamaican Jerk Pork Chops Recipes

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If you crave a tender and juicy pork chop that bursts with flavors, then the Jamaican jerk pork chop is the dish for you. With its tantalizing marinade of aromatic jerk seasoning, and tender and succulent interior, this dish is sure to become a favorite. The marinade is a blend of spices and herbs, including thyme, allspice, pimento, scotch bonnet peppers, and scallions, which infuses the pork chops with a fiery and savory kick that will leave your taste buds dancing. The pork chops are then perfectly cooked, resulting in a dish that is bursting with mouthwatering flavors and sure to impress even the most discerning palate.

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JAMAICAN JERK PORK CHOPS



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These sweet, spicy chops can be thrown together in minutes, but definitely don't taste like it. Serve it with a side of jasmine rice and you'll feel like you're on a tropical vacation. -Allison Ulrich, Frisco, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup peach preserves
4 boneless thin-cut pork loin chops (2 to 3 ounces each)
3 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 medium sweet orange pepper
1/2 medium sweet yellow pepper
1/2 medium sweet red pepper
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Soften 1 tablespoon butter; mix with peach preserves., Sprinkle chops with seasonings. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat; brown chops 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from pan., Cut peppers into thin strips. In same pan, saute peppers in remaining butter over medium-high heat until crisp-tender and lightly browned, 5-6 minutes. Add chops; top with preserves mixture. Cook, uncovered, until heated through, 30-60 seconds. If desired, serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 calories, Fat 26g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 1190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

AIR-FRYER JAMAICAN JERK PORK CHOPS



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These sweet, spicy air fryer pork chops can be thrown together in minutes, but they definitely don't taste like it. Serve them with a side of jasmine rice and you'll feel like you're on a tropical vacation. -Allison Ulrich, Frisco, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter, softened
1/4 cup peach preserves
4 boneless thin-cut pork loin chops (2 to 3 ounces each)
3 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 medium sweet orange pepper
1/2 medium sweet yellow pepper
1/2 medium sweet red pepper
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 350°. In a small bowl, mix butter and peach preserves until combined; set aside., Sprinkle chops with seasonings. Place on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until no longer pink, 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm., Cut peppers into thin strips. Place on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until crisp-tender and lightly browned, 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Return chops to air fryer; top with butter mixture. Cook until butter is melted, 1-2 minutes. If desired, serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1099mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

GRILLED JAMAICAN JERK PORK CHOPS WITH MANGO SALSA



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A Betty Crocker cookbook shares a healthy recipe! A rub of jerk seasoning gives lean chops extra zip.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/4 teaspoon crushed dried sage leaves
4 bone-in pork loin or rib chops, about 3/4 inch thick (about 2 lb)
1 medium mango, cut in half lengthwise, seed removed, peeled and chopped (1 cup)
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried mint leaves
1 small jalapeño chile, finely chopped (2 to 3 teaspoons)
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In small glass or plastic bowl, mix jerk seasoning ingredients. Rub evenly on both sides of pork. Cover; refrigerate at least 30 minutes but no longer than 1 hour to blend flavors.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix salsa ingredients; cover and refrigerate until serving time.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Place pork on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook about 15 minutes, turning once, until no longer pink when cut near bone and meat thermometer inserted in center reads 160°F. Serve pork with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality pork chops: Look for pork chops that are thick and evenly cut, with a good amount of marbling. This will help ensure that they stay juicy and flavorful during cooking.
  • Make sure your jerk sauce is flavorful: The jerk sauce is what gives these pork chops their signature flavor, so make sure it's packed with flavor. Use a variety of spices, including allspice, nutmeg, thyme, and scotch bonnet peppers. You can also add some fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, for extra flavor.
  • Marinate the pork chops for at least 30 minutes: This will give the jerk sauce time to penetrate the pork chops and infuse them with flavor. If you can, marinate the pork chops for longer, up to overnight.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat: This will help prevent them from drying out. You can cook the pork chops in a skillet, on a grill, or in the oven.
  • Baste the pork chops with jerk sauce while they cook: This will help keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Let the pork chops rest before serving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in more tender and flavorful pork chops.

Conclusion:

Jamaican jerk pork chops are a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you are grilling them, pan-frying them, or baking them, these pork chops are sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook pork chops, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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