Best 8 Grilled Jerk Rack Of Pork Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Grilled Jerk Rack of Pork, a Caribbean-inspired dish that promises an explosion of sweet, spicy, and savory sensations. This succulent dish showcases a tender and juicy pork rack marinated in a vibrant jerk seasoning, boasting a symphony of aromatic spices like allspice, thyme, scotch bonnet peppers, and a hint of molasses. Grilled to perfection, the pork rack delivers a crispy outer layer while maintaining a succulent and tender interior. Accompany this delightful main course with a selection of flavorful sides, including aromatic Coconut Rice, vibrant Sautéed Callaloo, and a refreshing Cucumber Salad for a complete culinary experience.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEF JOHN'S GRILLED JERK PORK TENDERLOIN



Chef John's Grilled Jerk Pork Tenderloin image

As I suspected, the spicy, aromatic marinade worked wonderfully with the lean mild pork. As long as you heed my warnings not to overcook the meat, you and your guests will be very happy with this.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 5h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (1 1/2 pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin
½ onion, chopped
⅓ cup fresh thyme leaves
¼ cup white vinegar
4 cloves garlic
2 habanero peppers, seeded, or more to taste
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground allspice
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Cut the tenderloin in half and set the thinner end to the side. Cut the thicker end in half lengthwise. You should have 3 mostly equal pieces.
  • Combine onion, thyme, vinegar, garlic, habanero peppers, ginger, soy sauce, vegetable oil, brown sugar, allspice, black pepper, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a blender. Puree until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides.
  • Pour Jerk marinade into a resealable plastic bag. Add pork tenderloin pieces, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill pork, moving if necessary to avoid overcooking the thin parts of the meat, until dark grill marks appear and they lift easily from the grill, 6 to 7 minutes each side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 126.6 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 389.4 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

GRILLED RACK OF PORK WITH SHERRY VINEGAR BBQ SAUCE



Grilled Rack of Pork with Sherry Vinegar BBQ Sauce image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 6h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1/2 cup plus 4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup yellow mustard seeds
1/4 cup whole black peppercorns
8 sprigs fresh thyme
1 Spanish onion, peeled and quartered
One 4-pound center cut rack of pork, chine and feather bones removed
4 tablespoons Spanish paprika
4 teaspoons cumin seeds, ground
4 teaspoons fennel seeds, ground
4 teaspoons black mustard seeds, ground
2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
Canola oil
Sherry Vinegar BBQ Sauce, recipe follows
1 cup ketchup
1 cup aged sherry vinegar
1/2 cup homemade chicken stock
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons Spanish paprika
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Honey

Steps:

  • Combine 10 cups water, 1/2 cup kosher salt, brown sugar, mustard seeds, peppercorns, thyme and onions in a large glass bowl or a plastic container. Add the pork, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 12 hours. Thirty minutes before grilling, remove the pork from the brine, rinse with cold water, pat dry and let sit out at room temperature.
  • Prepare a charcoal grill for direct and indirect cooking.
  • Combine the paprika, cumin, mustard, fennel, the remaining 4 teaspoons salt and ground pepper in a bowl. Rub the pork with the spices and drizzle with canola oil. Sear the pork over direct heat on both sides until lightly golden brown and a crust has formed, about 5 minutes per side. Move the pork over indirect heat (inside of grill should be at about 375 degrees F) and cook, brushing with the Sherry Vinegar BBQ Sauce every 5 minutes or so, until a thermometer inserted in the center registers 145 degrees F, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Brush with the sauce every 10 minutes or so after the first 45 minutes.
  • Remove from the grill, loosely tent with foil and let rest 15 minutes before slicing. You can either slice into individual chops, or slice the loin off the bones and thinly slice.
  • Combine the ketchup, vinegar, chicken stock, brown sugar, mustard, paprika and thyme in a medium saucepan and simmer over medium heat until reduced by half. Season with salt, pepper and honey. Let cool to room temperature.

GRILLED RACK OF PORK WITH CABBAGE



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Time 2h45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 6-pound center-cut rack of pork (not frenched)
Kosher salt
1 1/2 cups julienned carrots
1 1/2cups julienned peeled celery root
3/4 cup white wine vinegar
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1 jalapeno pepper, halved lengthwise
1 bay leaf
1 sprig fresh dill
1 tablespoon sugar
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 small head green cabbage (about 2 pounds), shredded
1 cup hard cider
1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard

Steps:

  • Start a day ahead: Season the pork liberally with salt, cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Make the pickled vegetables a day ahead, too: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the carrots and celery root and cook until just wilted, about 1 minute. Drain and run under cold water. Bring the vinegar, garlic, jalapeno, bay leaf, dill, sugar, 1 tablespoon salt and 3/4 cup water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from the heat and add the carrots and celery root. Let cool, then transfer the vegetables and liquid to a container and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, make the cabbage: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring, until softened, 5 minutes. Add the cabbage and cider and cook, stirring, until the cabbage is crisp-tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Drain the pickled carrots and celery root; discard the garlic, jalapeno, bay leaf and dill. Add the pickled vegetables to the cabbage and cook 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the mustard and season with salt. Let cool.
  • Remove the pork from the refrigerator and let stand 30 minutes. Preheat a grill to high and allow the grate to get hot (on a charcoal grill, spread the coals over half the grill; on a gas grill, preheat the burners on one side).
  • Brush the pork with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Grill directly over the heat, turning to sear on all sides, about 15 minutes. Move to the cooler side of the grill, cover and cook until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 145 degrees F, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Let the pork rest 5 to 10 minutes, then slice into chops and serve with the cabbage.

JERK PORK SANDWICH



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

1 lean pork tenderloin
Dry jerk seasoning, recipe follows
Jerk sauce, recipe follows
4 French baguettes, split
Spicy mustard (recommended: Cajun flavored)
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon dehydrated onion
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup crushed pineapple
1/2 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder
1/4 teaspoon thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Rub the tenderloin with the dry jerk seasoning. Bake uncovered for 3 hours. Start basting the tenderloin with Jerk Sauce after the first hour. When done, let sit until cooled before slicing. Slice 6 ounces (per sandwich) of the tenderloin and layer it on the split baguette. Baste the pork again with the jerk sauce, then close the baguette and grill until golden brown, pressing throughout the cooking process. You may also use a sandwich press, if available. Serve with spicy mustard.
  • Combine ingredients together.
  • Combine all ingredients.

ROASTED RACK OF PORK



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h20m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 four-rib pork roast (approximately 3 pounds)
3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons baking soda
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. If you are short on time, you can cook the pork at temperatures up to 350 degrees F; however, slower and lower cooking results in more tender and juicy meat.
  • To prepare the pork for cooking, set the pork on a baking sheet and score the skin into a criss-cross pattern. Be sure to only score the fat and not deep enough to cut into the meat. Scoring exposes more fat to the heat, which results in more fat being rendered during cooking.
  • Bring the vinegar, sugar and 5 cups water to a boil in a saucepan; then add the baking soda and bring back up to a boil. Carefully pour the boiling liquid over the skin of the roast. Pat the skin dry and discard the liquid. Next, rub the grapeseed and olive oils all over the pork; then rub the pork with the rosemary and thyme. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Place the pork in a roasting pan and transfer to the oven. Cook, uncovered, until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • When done, remove the pork from the pan and transfer it to a rack set over a baking sheet. Cover with vented foil and let rest for at least 15 minutes (the internal temp will increase by at least 5 or 10 degrees).

GRILLED JAMAICAN JERK BONELESS PORK WITH ROASTED BANANA MANGO SALSA



Grilled Jamaican Jerk Boneless Pork with Roasted Banana Mango Salsa image

Provided by Stuart O'Keeffe

Time 2h35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds boneless pork loin
3 tablespoons dry Jamaican jerk seasoning
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 bananas, peeled and sliced
2 mangos, peeled and diced
1 jalapeno, seeds removed, finely chopped
1/2 red onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Pat the pork dry with a paper towel and rub 3 tablespoons of jerk seasoning on the meat. Let marinate for 45 minutes at room temperature, covered.
  • After 45 minutes have passed, rub the meat with the olive oil, put on a baking sheet, and bake for 45 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  • On another baking sheet, roast the bananas until they begin to caramelize, about 25 minutes. Set aside and let cool.
  • In a bowl, combine the mango, jalapeno, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, and bananas.

GRILLED JERK PORK CHOPS



Grilled Jerk Pork Chops image

Categories     Onion     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Pork Chop     Spice     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet     Small Plates

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
two 1/2-inch-thick rib pork chops (each about 4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Prepare grill.
  • Mince and mash onion to a coarse paste with thyme, sugar, salt, and spices. Pat pork chops dry and rub all over with jerk paste. Grill pork on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals 4 minutes on each side, or until just cooked through. (Alternatively, pork may be grilled in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.)

GRILLED JERK PORK TENDERLOIN



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I feel that the apple cider makes this jerk marinade unique, and a bit untraditional. Being from the apple country of Virginia, the apple cider was a natural. For added flavor, add apple or hickory wood chips soaked in water on top of the hot coals. You can begin grilling when the chips start smoking. Grilled pineapple goes well with this as a side dish.

Provided by VAGRILL

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 8h49m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 habanero peppers, seeded
1 small onion, chopped
2 bunches green onions, chopped
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, peeled
¼ cup apple cider
¼ cup white vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons packed brown sugar
¾ teaspoon mustard seed
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup wood chips, soaked
2 ½ pounds pork tenderloin, butterflied and pounded to 3/4 inch

Steps:

  • Combine habanero peppers, onion, green onions, ginger, and garlic, in a blender or food processor. Blend until quite fine. Add cider, white vinegar, soy sauce, olive oil, and sugar. Season with mustard seed, salt, pepper, thyme, allspice, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Continue to blend until smooth.
  • Place the pork tenderloin in a shallow casserole dish. Spread mixture on all sides of the meat (wear gloves or use a spatula). Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours.
  • Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
  • Lightly oil grate. Add soaked wood chips to coals, if using. Grill slabs of tenderloin, turning as needed, about 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature has reached 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Remove meat from grill; allow to rest for 5 minutes. Slice thinly and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 79 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1124.5 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose a high-quality rack of pork: Look for a rack with even marbling and no signs of bruising or discoloration.
  • Make sure the jerk marinade is flavorful and well-balanced: Use a combination of spices, herbs, and citrus juices to create a marinade that is both spicy and tangy.
  • Marinate the pork for at least 24 hours: This will allow the flavors of the marinade to penetrate the meat and make it more tender.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat: This will help to sear the outside of the pork and prevent it from drying out.
  • Cook the pork for about 15-20 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit: Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork is cooked to perfection.
  • Let the pork rest for 10 minutes before carving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Grilled Jerk Rack of Pork is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any special occasion. The combination of spicy jerk marinade and tender pork is sure to please everyone at your table. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook pork, give Grilled Jerk Rack of Pork a try. You won't be disappointed!

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