Jerk Pork Chops with Hearts of Palm Salad and Sweet Plantains

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
52%
Jerk Pork Chops with Hearts of Palm Salad and Sweet Plantains
20 min.
4
665kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with a delightful fusion of Caribbean flavors in this Jerk Pork Chops with Hearts of Palm Salad and Sweet Plantains recipe. Perfectly seasoned with authentic Walkerswood Traditional Jamaican Jerk Seasoning, the tender boneless pork chops are grilled to perfection, boasting a tantalizing mix of smoky and spicy notes that will transport you straight to the vibrant shores of Jamaica.

Complementing the pork, the hearts of palm salad offers a refreshing crunch, enhanced by the zesty burst of fresh lime juice and the vibrant flavor of coarsely chopped cilantro. This combination of textures and taste not only makes for a beautiful presentation but also a delightful treat for the palate. Add in the sweet, caramelized flavor of baked plantains, and you've got a meal that is as satisfying as it is nutritious.

This dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs, but it also comes together in just 20 minutes! Whether you're planning a quick lunch or an impressive dinner for guests, this main course serves four people and packs a hearty 665 calories, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied. With a health score of 52, this recipe demonstrates that you can enjoy wholesome, flavorful meals without compromising on taste. Gather your ingredients and let the cooking adventure begin!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh coarsely chopped
  • 14 oz hearts of palm drained canned (not salad-cut)
  • teaspoons walkerswood jamaican jerk seasoning traditional
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 11 oz over-ripe plantain frozen ripe
  •  pork chops boneless thin ( 1/)
  • 0.3 medium onion red thinly sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • grill
  • aluminum foil
  • colander
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Thinly slice hearts of palm on the diagonal and put in a colander along with sliced onion. Rinse well under cold water and pat dry.
  3. Transfer to a large bowl and toss together with remaining salad ingredients.
  4. Spread plantains on foil-lined baking sheet and bake until hot, 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. While plantains bake, lightly oil grill pan and heat over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking.
  6. Meanwhile, stir together jerk seasoning and oil in a small bowl and rub all over pork to coat. Grill pork, turning over once, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes total.
  7. Serve pork with salad and plantains.

Nutrition Facts

Calories665kcal
Protein37.37%
Fat31.03%
Carbs31.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.75
Glycemic Load
0.19
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
41.534347990285%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.34mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.94mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:664.65kcal
33.23%
Fat:22.81g
35.09%
Saturated Fat:7.14g
44.63%
Carbohydrates:52.26g
17.42%
Net Carbohydrates:48.67g
17.7%
Sugar:31.14g
34.6%
Cholesterol:179.56mg
59.85%
Sodium:316.55mg
13.76%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:61.8g
123.6%
Vitamin B6:2.98mg
149.09%
Selenium:90.94µg
129.92%
Vitamin B1:1.89mg
126.3%
Vitamin B3:23.03mg
115.14%
Potassium:3225.22mg
92.15%
Phosphorus:777.63mg
77.76%
Zinc:8.09mg
53.95%
Vitamin B2:0.75mg
44.26%
Copper:0.87mg
43.64%
Vitamin A:1475.45IU
29.51%
Vitamin C:24.2mg
29.33%
Vitamin K:29.91µg
28.48%
Magnesium:111.8mg
27.95%
Vitamin B12:1.42µg
23.67%
Vitamin B5:2.22mg
22.2%
Iron:3.8mg
21.1%
Fiber:3.59g
14.36%
Vitamin E:1.96mg
13.06%
Folate:43.75µg
10.94%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.93%
Vitamin D:1.07µg
7.15%
Calcium:48.47mg
4.85%
Source:Epicurious