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!
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories
235 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 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.
Step 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.
Step 3
Preheat grill for medium heat. Place grate 4 to 5 inches above heat source.
Step 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.
Ingredients
¾ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅓ cup lemon juice
¾ cup water
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ teaspoon ground allspice
⅓ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
½ teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
6 raw chop with refuse, 113 g; (blank) 4 ounces lean pork chops, 1/2 inch thick
