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Caribbean Jerk Pork Chops

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"Caribbean-style pork chops marinated overnight in a lemon juice and oil marinade with a variety of spices. Use more cayenne pepper to make it really hot!"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 71 stars. This recipe average a 4 star rating.
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  10 Min
READY IN  12 Hrs 30 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 3/4 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
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 6 lean pork chops, 1/2 inch thick

DIRECTIONS

  1. Combine water, lemon juice, onion, brown sugar, green onions, oil, salt, allspice, cinnamon, black pepper, thyme, and cayenne pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Reserve 1/2 cup for basting.
  2. Place pork chops in shallow glass dish. Pour remaining marinade over the meat. Cover, and refrigerate at least 12 hours, but no longer than 24 hours.
  3. Preheat grill for medium heat. Place grate 4 to 5 inches above heat source.
  4. Oil the grill grate. Arrange chops on grate, and discard marinade. Cover grill, and cook chops for 10 minutes, turning once, or to desired doneness.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by LADYPAIGE
Very good recipe! After trying this the first time, I doubled the cayenne pepper for a really... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by TEET23
Very good recipe, but if you want a hotter kick, add habanero peppers. One diced pepper will... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by I'm nuts too...
This marinade has a wonderful flavor, BUT is not hot enough to be considered "jerk" (well at... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2004 by Beth
This was quite the adventure as it started to rain and snow just after the grill got fired up.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by BARBIE0492
Very good. I also doubled the cayenne pepper. I served it for Sunday dinner and everyone loved... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by ALOHATEXSGIRL
This marinade was very tasty. I used chicken and let it marinate overnight. I do agree w/... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by KAT
This is a great way to spice up chops. I took other suggestions and doubled the cayenne pepper... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by PRINCESS ANTZ
This was just ok. I didn't really find it spicy at all and the cinnamon & sugar were a little... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 21, 2003 by LRADDE
Not as flavorful as I had hoped, but still mild and tasty. I would marinade them overnight... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 24, 2005 by TDOANLDSON
I read some of the reviews before making this recipe. I took everyone's suggestion and... MORE