Jamaican Jerk Pork Chops with Island Salsa

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This recipe for Jamaican jerk pork chops with island salsa is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the heat of jerk seasoning with the freshness of tropical fruits. The pork chops are marinated in a spicy blend of herbs and spices, then grilled to perfection. The island salsa, made with mango, pineapple, and lime, adds a sweet and tangy contrast to the spicy pork. This recipe is perfect for those who love bold and vibrant flavors, and it is sure to transport your taste buds to the sunny beaches of Jamaica.

Keywords: Jamaican jerk, pork chops, island salsa, tropical fruits, spicy

Jamaican jerk pork chops with island salsa recipe details

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In Jamaica, the jerk method of food preparation involves seasoning meat with a sweet-hot secret mixture of peppers, tropical spices like cinnamon and allspice, rosemary and other savory herbs then slow grilling or roasting. This specially created spice blend captures the tantalizing taste of the islands in just 35 minutes.

Ready in: 35 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon McCormick(R) Gourmet Collection(R) Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
• 4 pork loin chops (about 1 pound)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple or pineapple tidbits in juice, undrained
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 0 chopped green onions

Preparation method

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 20 mins

1. In a self-closing plastic bag, combine flour and Jamaican jerk seasoning. Add chops, 2 at a time; shake to coat. Reserve flour mixture.
2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet. Brown chops on both sides over medium-high heat; remove from skillet. Stir in reserved flour mixture, brown sugar and vinegar; bring to a boil. Stir in pineapple, bell pepper and beans.
3. Return chops to skillet. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 minutes or until chops are done. Garnish with chopped green onions.