Jamaican Pork and Sweet Potato Stir-Fry

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 1
Jamaican Pork and Sweet Potato Stir-Fry
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups quick-cooking rice
1/4 cup thinly-sliced green onion
1 large sweet potato ( about 12 oz . )
1 medium tart apple , cored
12 ounces lean boneless pork , strips for stir-frying
2 -3 teaspoons jamaican jerk spice
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1/3 cup apple juice or 1/3 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
467
Sugar
11g
Fat
7g
Jamaican Pork and Sweet Potato Stir-Fry is a flavorful main course that combines the unique heat of Jamaican jerk spice with the natural sweetness of sweet potato and apple. This dish is a perfect way to use up leftover pork strips and create a meal that is delicious yet still nutritious. Its vibrant colors and bold flavors make it a visually stunning and delicious dish that everyone will love. This recipe is easy to make and can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

Instructions

1.Cook rice according to package directions.
2.Cut sweet potato into cubes and apple into thin wedges.
3.In a bowl, toss pork strips with Jamaican jerk spice.
4.In a large nonstick skillet, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add pork and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned.
5.Add sweet potato and apple to the skillet. Cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
6.Pour in apple juice or water. Cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
7.Serve stir-fry on top of cooked rice.

PROS

This stir-fry is packed with protein from the lean pork strips.

The sweet potato and apple provide a balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Using Jamaican jerk spice adds a unique, spicy twist to the dish.

CONS

This recipe requires some preparation with the chopping of the sweet potato and apple.

This dish may not be suitable for those who do not enjoy spicy foods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The lean pork in this recipe is a great source of protein and can aid in building and repairing muscle tissue.
Sweet potatoes are a good source of fiber and may aid in digestion.
The addition of apples can provide a good source of vitamin C to aid in immune system function.

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