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Jerk Pork Tenderloin with Chayote Black Beans, Pineapple Salsa and Fried Plantains

Jerk Pork Tenderloin with Chayote Black Beans, Pineapple Salsa and Fried Plantains
Yields
4 servings

 

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ingredients

Jerk Pork Tenderloin

1
Tbsp whole black peppercorns
tsp whole allspice
1
tsp coriander seed
4
cloves
2
Tbsp vegtable oil
1 3
inch piece of ginger, peeled and cut into large chunks
4
scallions, trimmed and cut into four pieces
4
clove garlic, peeled and cut in half
¼
cup chopped thyme
1
scotch bonnet (optional)
1
Tbsp brown sugar
1
Tbsp soy sauce
1
tsp cinnamon
1
tsp salt
1
pinch nutmeg
2 1
lb(s) pork tenderloin, cleaned of sinew

Chayote Black Beans

1
Tbsp butter
1
clove garlic, finely chopped
1
chayote, diced
1
bay leaf
1
can black beans, drained and rinsed
salt and pepper to taste

Pineapple Salsa

½
pineapple, diced
½
red onion, finely diced, soaked in cold water for 10 minutes and drained
1
jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
2
Tbsp chopped cilantro
1
Tbsp sugar
zest of 1 lime
juice of 1 lime
pinch of salt

Fried Plantains

1
cup vegatable oil
2
ripe plaintains, peeled and sliced
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directions

Step 1

In a spice grinder, mix black peppercorns, allspice, coriander seeds, and cloves until finely ground.

Step 2

In a food processor mix olive oil, ginger, scallions, garlic, and thyme, scotch bonnet pepper, brown sugar, soy sauce, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Add spice mixture and blend until mixture resembles a thick paste

Step 3

Rub pork with jerk paste, making to sure to cover completely. Let marinate 1-2 hours at room temperature, or refrigerate overnight.

Step 4

Preheat outdoor grill and lightly oil. Season pork with salt

Step 5

Grill pork tenderloin on open BBQ, rotating frequently until lightly charred and cooked through, 15-20 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 6

In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté gently.

Step 7

Add chayote and bay leaf and cook slowly, over medium heat 5-8 minutes, or until slightly softened.

Step 8

Add black beans and mix to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 9

In a large bowl, toss together all ingredients. Season to taste with salt.

Step 10

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat.

Step 11

Place sliced plantains in oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side or until lightly browned.

Step 12

Drain on paper towel.

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