Best 5 W W Jerk Pork Tenderloin Recipes

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**Headline:** **A Culinary Journey into West Indies' Fiery Fusion: Jamaican Jerk Pork Tenderloin**

**Introduction:**
Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure to the heart of the Caribbean with our Jamaican Jerk Pork Tenderloin. Originally a revered dish of the Tainos, Jamaica's indigenous people, jerk is a captivating fusion of fiery flavors and aromatic spices that will ignite your taste buds. This delectable pork tenderloin, infused with a zesty blend of allspice, ginger, thyme, and scotch bonnet peppers, is the epitome of Jamaican cuisine. Get ready to experience an explosion of sweet, savory, and spicy notes that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Kingston or the laid-back beaches of Negril. With three extraordinary recipes to choose from, you'll savor the essence of Jamaica's rich culinary heritage.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

W W JERK PORK TENDERLOIN



W W Jerk Pork Tenderloin image

This recipe was shared at a WW meeting and I have to agree - you don't feel deprived when you are eating this. 3 points.

Provided by CindiJ

Categories     Pork

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, minced
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 (1 1/2 lb) pork tenderloin, trimmed of all visible fat

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350º.
  • Combine the onion and all spices in a small bowl.
  • Rub spice mixture over the tenderloin.
  • Place in shallow roasting pan and roast until 160º or approximately 45 minutes.
  • Transfer to cutting board, cover loosely with foil and let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Cut into 12-18 slices.
  • *You can also use 6 lean boneless pork chops. Make sure to trim all visible fat.
  • **Also good on chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.3, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 74.8, Sodium 250.6, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.1, Protein 23.6

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

JAMAICAN JERK PORK LOIN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk seasoning in a jar (pick a brand with low carbs and sugars)
1/4 cup canola oil
4 pounds boneless pork loin

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Mix jerk seasoning with the oil in a small bowl (this will thin it and cut the heat). Trim any excess fat from the pork loin, leaving a thin-layered wide strip down the center of the top. Evenly rub the entire pork loin with the jerk seasoning mixture. Place pork loin in a shallow greased roasting pan, and bake for 20 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 300 degrees F and continue baking for about 1 more hour, or until a meat thermometer stuck in the thickest part reads 145 degrees F. Remove from oven and let rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calorie, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 0 grams

AMAZING JERK PORK TENDERLOIN



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This is one of the very best recipes for jerk pork tenderloin, and will work just as well using a pork loin roast. If you are afraid of the extreme heat just use 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and finely chopped in place of the habanero pepper, or use the Scotch Bonnet peppers, my family loves extreme heat so I use 5 habaneros lol, please adjust the heat to suit your taste! Plan ahead the pork needs to marinate for 24 hours. This recipe is for one 1-1/2-pound pork tenderloin, you can double the recipe, but make two separate bowls of marinade and marinade each tenderloin in a separate bag. Scotch bonnet peppers can be used also in place of the habanero peppers. For the habanero pepper use 1 for a mildly spicy flavor and 4 for very spicy, if you are using the Scotch Bonnet peppers you would use 10-12 to give you the proper heat of an authentic Jerk marinade, although it is not necessary to "butterfly" the pork, but it will increase the marinade to penetrate the flavors better. Try to use only kosher salt for this. If you love Jerk, you will LOVE this!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Pork

Time P1DT16m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 green onions, chopped
1 small yellow onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (can use 1 tablespoon)
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or use 2-3 teaspoons fresh thyme)
1 pinch cayenne
3 teaspoons brown sugar
3 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 -4 habanero pepper, seeded and chopped
1 (1 1/2 lb) pork tenderloin (preferably butterflied)

Steps:

  • Place the first 16 ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth.
  • Place the butterflied pork and the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; seal bag and turn to coat.
  • Refrigerate for 8-24 hours (24 hours is better, turning bag occasionally to coat).
  • Grill the butterflied marinated pork for about 8-9 minutes per side (it is important not to overcook the pork or it will be dry!).

GUAVA-GLAZED JERK PORK TENDERLOIN



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Jerk is a powerfully complex blend of spices and aromatics redolent with cinnamon, allspice, cumin and chiles. Historically, it's tied to Maroons fleeing enslavement in the Jamaican foothills, and is among the most iconic flavors of the Caribbean. True jerk is grilled over an open fire, and is as much a seasoning as it is an action, because you can "jerk" pork, goat, chicken and even fruits and vegetables. It's often applied to dark, often gamey or gristly cuts of meat that stand up to complex flavors. While not traditional, this leaner, lighter pork is an excellent vessel for jerk. It's especially good when marinated overnight and grilled, but is so simple to prepare it can easily be made for a weeknight celebration. A simple jelly glaze at the end adds sweetness and tang, caramelizing under a quick broil. Pair with rice and peas, maduros or a bright, fresh garden salad.

Provided by Von Diaz

Categories     dinner, meat, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, scrubbed and finely chopped
3 scallions, coarsely chopped
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
1 to 2 Scotch bonnet or habanero chiles (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin (see Tip)
1/4 cup guava jelly or preserves (or other tangy fruit jam, such as mango, peach or apricot)
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine the ginger, scallions, garlic, salt and chiles (if using) in a food processor or blender and pulse until finely minced. Add the thyme, sugar, allspice, nutmeg, cayenne, cumin, coriander, lime juice and oil, then blend until the mixture becomes a fine paste.
  • Using a clean towel or paper towels, pat the pork tenderloin dry. Using a sharp paring knife, cut a series of deep holes into the meat.
  • Transfer the pork to a zip-top bag or container with a tight lid, and pour over the marinade. Let sit for at least 10 minutes on the countertop, or refrigerate overnight if possible. Bring to room temperature before continuing.
  • When ready to cook, heat the oven to 400 degrees, adjusting your rack to the top third of the oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, then set a little water in a small pot and bring to a boil.
  • Place the tenderloin in the center of the pan and put the pan on the center rack of the oven. Roast until the internal temperature is 145 degrees in the thickest part, flipping every 10 minutes, for about 25 minutes to evenly brown the outside.
  • Mix the guava jelly and lemon juice with 1 tablespoon of the boiling water, and use a fork to break up then stir to form a glaze.
  • Increase the oven heat to a high broil. Carefully pull the pan out of the oven, and brush the tenderloin with the glaze. Broil in the upper third of the oven 5 to 7 minutes, until it's a toasty dark brown with some charred spots, brushing once more with any remaining glaze if desired.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and set the tenderloin on a carving board to rest for about 5 minutes. Cut into slices and pour over any juices that remain.

Tips:

  • For the best jerk flavor, use a dry rub made with a variety of spices, including allspice, thyme, scallions, and habanero peppers.
  • Marinating the pork tenderloin in the jerk rub for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, will help the flavors to penetrate the meat.
  • When cooking the pork tenderloin, use a moderate heat to prevent the meat from drying out.
  • Baste the pork tenderloin with the marinade or a mixture of olive oil and water throughout the cooking process to keep it moist.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork tenderloin is cooked to your desired doneness.

Conclusion:

Jerk pork tenderloin is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can create a tender and flavorful pork tenderloin that will impress your friends and family. Serve the jerk pork tenderloin with your favorite sides, such as rice and beans, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.

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