Grilled Jerk Pork Chops

Grilled Jerk Pork Chops
Grilled Jerk Pork Chops
A seasoning mix that originated in Jamaica, jerk is popular throughout the Caribbean in the preparation of meats such as pork and chicken for grilling. Jerk seasoning typically includes chilies, onion, allspice, and thyme. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
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  • Served Person: Makes 2 servings
Central American/Caribbean Onion Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Pork Chop Spice Summer Grill/Barbecue Gourmet Small Plates
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
  • two 1/2-inch-thick rib pork chops (each about 4 ounces)
  • Carbohydrate 6 g(2%)
  • Cholesterol 137 mg(46%)
  • Fat 18 g(28%)
  • Fiber 1 g(4%)
  • Protein 42 g(83%)
  • Saturated Fat 6 g(30%)
  • Sodium 520 mg(22%)
  • Calories 361

Preparation Prepare grill. Mince and mash onion to a coarse paste with thyme, sugar, salt, and spices. Pat pork chops dry and rub all over with jerk paste. Grill pork on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals 4 minutes on each side, or until just cooked through. (Alternatively, pork may be grilled in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.)

Preparation Prepare grill. Mince and mash onion to a coarse paste with thyme, sugar, salt, and spices. Pat pork chops dry and rub all over with jerk paste. Grill pork on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals 4 minutes on each side, or until just cooked through. (Alternatively, pork may be grilled in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.)