Caribbean Pork Chops with Banana and Coconut Milk
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with these flavorful Caribbean Pork Chops with Banana and Coconut Milk! This vibrant dish combines tender, seared pork chops infused with warm allspice and a creamy coconut milk sauce enriched with sweet, ripe banana and a touch of fresh ginger. A splash of lime juice brightens the flavors, while a hint of optional red chili flakes adds a zing of heat for those who crave a little spice. Perfectly paired with steamed rice or fried plantains, this one-pan meal delivers a unique fusion of sweet and savory that's both comforting and exotic. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, it’s an impressive choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions when you want to add a tropical twist to your menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 large ripe banana, sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 4 servings rice or plantains (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and ground allspice.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Add the sliced banana to the skillet, stirring gently to avoid breaking the slices. Let the sauce come to a simmer.
Return the seared pork chops to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork chops are fully cooked and tender.
Stir in the fresh lime juice and sprinkle with red chili flakes (if using) for a hint of spice.
Garnish the dish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice or fried plantains for a complete Caribbean-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.5 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 2692 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.4 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.7 g | ||
| Protein | 126.9 g | 254% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2750 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
