Jerk Pork Chops

Jerk Pork Chops

These jerk pork chops are marinated overnight in a lemon, oil, and spice marinade. Use more cayenne pepper to make it really hot!

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
12 hrs
Total Time:
12 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup water
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1/3 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 (1/2-inch-thick) lean pork chops

Directions

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

Step 2
Place pork chops into a shallow glass dish. Pour remaining marinade over chops, then cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, but no longer than 24 hours.

Step 3
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Place the grate 4 to 5 inches above the heat source.

Step 4
Remove pork chops from marinade and shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade.

Step 5
Arrange chops on the preheated grill, cover, and cook until no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

235
Calories
9g
Fat
5g
Carbs
31g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 235
% Daily Value *
Total Fat9g 12%
Saturated Fat3g 13%
Cholesterol81mg 27%
Sodium343mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate5g 2%
Dietary Fiber1g 2%
Total Sugars3g
Protein31g
Vitamin C7mg 37%
Calcium19mg 1%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium460mg 10%

*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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