Jamaican Pork Skillet
Transform your dinner routine with the bold and vibrant flavors of this Jamaican Pork Skillet, a one-pan meal that’s as easy to make as it is bursting with island-inspired spices. Tender pork tenderloin is seared to perfection and paired with a medley of sautéed bell peppers, onions, and aromatics like fresh ginger and garlic. The dish comes alive with a fragrant blend of allspice, thyme, cinnamon, and a touch of cayenne for subtle heat, all simmered in a creamy coconut milk and soy sauce mixture balanced with zesty lime juice and a hint of brown sugar. Ready in just 40 minutes, this satisfying recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a taste of the tropics. Serve it over fluffy rice to soak up the flavorful sauce, and garnish with fresh scallions for a mouthwatering finishing touch everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 large bell peppers
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 stalks scallions
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Slice the pork tenderloin into thin, bite-sized strips and set aside.
Thinly slice the onion and bell peppers. Mince the garlic, chop the scallions, and grate the fresh ginger.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork strips, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned on the outside. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, then toss in the onion, bell peppers, garlic, scallions, and grated ginger. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the fresh thyme, ground allspice, cayenne pepper, and ground cinnamon, cooking for another 30 seconds to toast the spices and release their aroma.
Return the pork to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables and spices.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, lime juice, coconut milk, and brown sugar. Pour the mixture into the skillet, stirring to coat everything evenly.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the dish simmer for 8-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the pork to cook through completely.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, lime juice, or cayenne pepper if desired.
Serve the Jamaican Pork Skillet hot over a bed of rice, garnished with additional chopped scallions if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.4 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 308 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 4020 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.1 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.1 g | ||
| Protein | 132.0 g | 264% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 3646 mg | 78% | |
*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.
