Caribbean

Jerk Pork Skewers

Medium · 45 min

Serves 4CaribbeanDairy-freeNut-freeGluten-free

Cubed pork shoulder in fiery jerk marinade, threaded on skewers and grilled until charred. Island heat on a stick.

45 minTotal time

4Serves

4Steps

CaribbeanCuisine

Method

Prep
Blend marinade
Blend all marinade ingredients until smooth. Coat pork cubes. Marinate 2 hours.
Why: Jerk marinade needs time to penetrate dense pork.
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Prep
Skewer
Thread pork onto soaked wooden skewers.
Why: Soaked skewers won't burn on the grill.
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Finish
Grill
Grill over medium-high heat, turning often, 15–18 minutes until charred and cooked through.
Why: Frequent turning prevents scorching from sugar.
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Serve
Serve
Serve with rice and peas and extra lime.
Why: Lime brightens the intense spice.
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Leave a little space between cubes on the skewer for even cooking.

Prep
Blend marinade
Blend all marinade ingredients until smooth. Coat pork cubes. Marinate 2 hours.
Why: Jerk marinade needs time to penetrate dense pork.
Cook from here
Prep
Skewer
Thread pork onto soaked wooden skewers.
Why: Soaked skewers won't burn on the grill.
Cook from here
Finish
Grill
Grill over medium-high heat, turning often, 15–18 minutes until charred and cooked through.
Why: Frequent turning prevents scorching from sugar.
Cook from here
Serve
Serve
Serve with rice and peas and extra lime.
Why: Lime brightens the intense spice.
Cook from here