04/28/2026
🍢 Jamaican Jerk Pork Skewers with Mango Salsa 🥭🔥
Servings: 4 🍽️
Prep Time: 20 minutes ⏱️
Marinating Time: 1 hour ⏳
Cooking Time: 15 minutes 🔥
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes ⏲️
📝 Ingredients:
For the Jerk Pork Skewers:
500g pork (shoulder or tenderloin), cut into cubes 🐖
2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
3 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 🫚
2 tablespoons jerk seasoning 🌶️
1 tablespoon soy sauce 🥢
1 tablespoon lime juice 🍋
1 teaspoon brown sugar 🍯
1/2 teaspoon allspice 🌿
1/2 teaspoon thyme 🌱
Salt and black pepper, to taste 🧂
For the Mango Salsa:
1 ripe mango, diced 🥭
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped 🫑
1/4 red onion, finely chopped 🧅
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
Juice of 1 lime 🍋
Salt, to taste 🧂
👩🍳 Instructions:
Prepare the Marinade:
In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, ginger, jerk seasoning, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, allspice, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well. 🥣
Marinate the Pork:
Add pork cubes to the marinade and toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor). 🐖🧊
Prepare the Mango Salsa:
In a bowl, mix diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Set aside to let the flavors meld. 🥭🌿
Assemble the Skewers:
Thread the marinated pork pieces onto skewers (soak wooden skewers in water beforehand if using). 🍢
Cook the Skewers:
Grill or cook in a grill pan over medium-high heat for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and slightly charred. 🔥🐖
Serve:
Serve the hot jerk pork skewers with fresh mango salsa on the side or spooned on top. 🍢🥭
💡 Tips:
Extra Flavor: Add pineapple chunks to the skewers for a sweet contrast. 🍍
Spice Level: Adjust jerk seasoning depending on your heat preference. 🌶️
Oven Option: Bake at 200°C (400°F) for about 20 minutes if you don’t have a grill. 🔥
Serving Ideas: Pair with rice, flatbread, or a fresh salad. 🍚🥗
Enjoy your bold and tropical