Caribbean Jerk Pork Chops

Name: Caribbean Jerk Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 12 h 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup water; ⅓ cup lemon juice; ⅓ cup chopped onion; 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar; 1 tablespoon chopped green onion; 1 tablespoon canola oil; ¾ teaspoon salt; ¾ teaspoon ground allspice; ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper; ½ teaspoon dried thyme, crushed; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste; 6 lean pork chops, 1/2 inch thick

Rating: 3.92 stars

104 Ratings
78 Reviews
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Caribbean-style pork chops marinated overnight in a lemon juice and oil marinade with a variety of spices. Use more cayenne pepper to make it really hot!

By MARVINTHEMARTIAN

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Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

10 mins

additional:

12 hrs 5 mins

total:

12 hrs 30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1

Combine water, lemon juice, onion, brown sugar, green onions, oil, salt, allspice, cinnamon, black pepper, thyme, and cayenne pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Reserve 1/2 cup for basting.

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Step 2

Place pork chops in shallow glass dish. Pour remaining marinade over the meat. Cover, and refrigerate at least 12 hours, but no longer than 24 hours.
Step 3

Preheat grill for medium heat. Place grate 4 to 5 inches above heat source.
Step 4

Oil the grill grate. Arrange chops on grate, and discard marinade. Cover grill, and cook chops for 10 minutes, turning once, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

235 calories; protein 31.4g 63% DV; carbohydrates 5g 2% DV; fat 9.3g 14% DV; cholesterol 81.4mg 27% DV; sodium 343.2mg 14% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (78)

Most helpful positive review

LADYPAIGE

01/25/2004

Very good recipe! After trying this the first time I doubled the cayenne pepper for a really good approximation of Jamaican jerk spices. (But I would recommend trying the recipe as written before adjusting the pepper.) Read More

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Most helpful critical review

Hot Chilli

01/25/2004

This was just ok. I didn't really find it spicy at all and the cinnamon & sugar were a little overpowering. Next time I will reduce the sugar eliminate the cinnamon (but keep the all spice) and increase the cayenne pepper. Read More

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(11)

104 Ratings

5 star values: 35
4 star values: 41
3 star values: 18
2 star values: 5
1 star values: 5

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LADYPAIGE

01/25/2004

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TEET23

01/25/2004

Very good recipe but if you want a hotter kick add habanero peppers. One diced pepper will make it hot so the more you add the hotter it gets. I will definitely make it again. Read More

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(32)

I'm nuts too

01/25/2004

This marinade has a wonderful flavor BUT is not hot enough to be considered "jerk" (well at least for our gang). I brought it to a bbq & everyone loved the chops even my husband who is not really a "marinade guy" because they were very tender. Even though I doubled the cayenne it still wasn't close to hot I'll add some red pepper flakes or a jalepeno next time but they really were yummy and there will be a next time! Thanks Marvin! Read More

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TDOANLDSON

04/24/2005

I read some of the reviews before making this recipe. I took everyone's suggestion and tripled the amount of red pepper. It was really good my fiance and I both loved it. Read More

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Hugatunity

06/14/2007

While not "jerk" this pork was lovely! I marinaded it for almost 24 hours. This left it extremely the moist (one of the most flavorful chops I've had). The cinnamon was the most prevalent flavor which left it with warm undertones. If you like it spicy add more cayenne. We served this with the Caribbean Sweet Potato Salad from this site and the combo was perfect. THANK YOU so much for this dinner. Read More

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Faustina Bohling

12/03/2004

Love it! It has to be grilled (be it BBQ grill or with a pan grill.) Pick a thick piece of pork don't try to skimp and get the thin slices because you just don't get the flavor. Read More

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(14)

BARBIE0492

01/25/2004

Very good. I also doubled the cayenne pepper. I served it for Sunday dinner and everyone loved it. A definite keeper!! Read More

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(12)

Shelly Van Kirk Moran

10/21/2010

This is an excellent marinade. I am making pork kebobs on the grill instead of chops. Read More

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Hot Chilli

01/25/2004

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Nutritional Information

Caribbean Jerk Pork Chops

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Calories: 234.5

% Daily Value *

protein: 63 %

carbohydrates: 2 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 2 %

sugars:

fat: 14 %

saturated fat: 13 %

cholesterol: 27 %

vitamin a iu: 1 %

niacin equivalents: 116 %

vitamin b6: 53 %

vitamin c: 12 %

folate: 1 %

calcium: 2 %

iron: 6 %

magnesium: 12 %

potassium: 13 %

sodium: 14 %

thiamin: 102 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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LADYPAIGE

01/25/2004

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TEET23

01/25/2004

Very good recipe but if you want a hotter kick add habanero peppers. One diced pepper will make it hot so the more you add the hotter it gets. I will definitely make it again.

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(32)

I'm nuts too

01/25/2004

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(26)

TDOANLDSON

04/24/2005

I read some of the reviews before making this recipe. I took everyone's suggestion and tripled the amount of red pepper. It was really good my fiance and I both loved it.

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(21)

Hugatunity

06/14/2007

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Faustina Bohling

12/03/2004

Love it! It has to be grilled (be it BBQ grill or with a pan grill.) Pick a thick piece of pork don't try to skimp and get the thin slices because you just don't get the flavor.

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(14)

BARBIE0492