Jerk Chops with Island Salsa
Bring the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean to your table with these Jerk Chops with Island Salsa! Tender, bone-in pork chops are seasoned with bold jerk spices and grilled to perfection, delivering a smoky, spicy kick with every bite. The star of this dish is the refreshing tropical salsa, a colorful medley of juicy pineapple, ripe mango, crisp red bell pepper, and zesty lime, balanced with a touch of honey and bright cilantro. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts. Serve these juicy, flavorful pork chops topped with the sweet and tangy salsa for a Caribbean-inspired meal your family will love. Perfectly grilled pork chops, tropical fruit salsa, and jerk seasoning come together in this irresistible dish packed with flavor and sunshine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup pineapple (diced)
- 1 cup mango (diced)
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper (diced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 whole lime (juice)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Rub both sides of the pork chops with the jerk seasoning and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Set aside to marinate while preparing the salsa.
In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, mango, red bell pepper, and red onion.
Add the chopped cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to the salsa. Toss gently to combine. Adjust seasonings to taste and set aside.
Brush the grill or grill pan with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place the pork chops on the preheated grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork chops from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve the jerk chops topped with the tropical island salsa. Enjoy your flavorful Caribbean-inspired meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.5 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.6 g | 223% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 5865 mg | 255% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.5 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.0 g | ||
| Protein | 196.7 g | 393% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 3432 mg | 73% | |
*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.
