Jerk Chops with Island Salsa

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 11
Jerk Chops with Island Salsa: A delicious Caribbean-inspired dish perfect for dinner tonight
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons jamaican jerk spice
2 tablespoons flour
4 pork loin chops
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 can crushed pineapple ( undrained )
1 can black beans ( rinsed & drained )
1/4 cup red pepper , chopped
1/4 cup green pepper , chopped
3 green onions , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
509
Sugar
31g
Fat
21g
Bring the flavors of the Caribbean to your dinner table with these delicious Jerk Chops with Island Salsa. The dish combines succulent pork chops marinated in traditional jerk seasoning, with a fruity and zesty pineapple salsa, and a crispy and refreshing black bean salad. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner, but it's also an ideal choice for a festive summer barbecue. The flavors in this dish will transport you to an island paradise, making you feel like basking under the sun while savoring every bite.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2.Combine jerk spice and flour in a shallow dish and mix well.
3.Coat each pork chop with the spice mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.
4.Place pork chops on the grill and cook for about 4 minutes on each side or until done.
5.While the pork chops are cooking, combine olive oil, brown sugar, cider vinegar and undrained crushed pineapple in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer for 5-10 minutes until the sauce is thick and syrupy.
6.In a separate bowl, mix together the black beans, red and green peppers, and green onions.
7.Serve the pork chops with the pineapple sauce and top with the black bean salsa.

PROS

This dish is packed with flavor, from the spicy jerk seasoning to the sweet and tangy pineapple salsa.

The lean pork chops provide a good source of protein.

Black beans are a great source of fiber and essential nutrients.

CONS

The jerk seasoning may be too spicy for some palates.

As with any pork dish, it’s important to cook the meat thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illness.

This dish contains a moderate amount of sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals like zinc and selenium that are essential for the immune system.
Black beans are rich in fiber which promotes colon health and helps regulate blood sugar levels.
Pineapple is high in vitamin C and contains enzymes that aid in digestion.

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