Jamaican Pork Wraps (low-fat)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 1
Jamaican Pork Wraps (low-fat) with Sweet Potato Fries
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 medium sweet potato , peeled and cut into matchstick sized pieces
2 cans tropical fruit salad , drained
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 boneless pork chops ( trimmed of all visible fat )
1 -3 tablespoon carribean caribbean jerk seasoning
2 tablespoons steak sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
425
Sugar
18g
Fat
11g
These Jamaican Pork Wraps with Sweet Potato Fries are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional pork wraps. The wraps are spiced with Caribbean jerk seasoning and brushed with a flavorful honey glaze before being wrapped in a tortilla with a tropical fruit salad and steak sauce. The sweet potato fries are oven-baked to crispy perfection and provide a healthy dose of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a healthy and delicious meal that is easy to prepare.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.Place sweet potato pieces in a mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat.
3.Arrange the sweet potato pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
4.In a small bowl, mix together the honey, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
5.Sprinkle Caribbean jerk seasoning generously over both sides of each pork chop.
6.Heat a large skillet over high heat. Once hot, place the pork chops in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
7.Brush both sides of each pork chop with the honey mixture.
8.To assemble the wraps, place one pork chop in the center of each tortilla. Add tropical fruit salad and steak sauce on top. Roll the tortilla up, and then slice each wrap in half.

PROS

These low-fat Jamaican Pork Wraps are a healthier alternative to traditional pork wraps and are packed with flavor.

Sweet potatoes are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

CONS

Pork chops can be high in cholesterol and saturated fat.
Make sure to trim off all visible fat before cooking.

Tropical fruit salad can be high in sugar content, but is also a great source of fiber and vitamins.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are high in fiber, potassium, vitamins B6 and C, and many other important nutrients. They have been linked to supporting digestive health, boosting immunity, and reducing inflammation.
Pork is an excellent source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals, such as thiamin, niacin, and vitamin B12. However, it is important to choose lean cuts and trim off any visible fat in order to reduce cholesterol and saturated fat intake. Fruits are also an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which can help boost immunity and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

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