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Baked Jerk Pork Shoulder Steaks

Cultural Context

Baked Jerk Pork Shoulder Steaks are a staple in Jamaican cuisine, embodying the island's vibrant flavors and culinary traditions. Jerk cooking originated with the Maroons, descendants of runaway slaves, who developed a unique style of seasoning and cooking meats over open flames. Today, jerk pork is celebrated globally, often grilled or baked, and remains a symbol of Jamaican culture and hospitality. The dish's spicy, aromatic profile makes it a favorite at gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Jamaica.

JamaicanJMmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs pork shoulder steaks
2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon thyme
3 scallions
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 onion
1 red pepper
1 green pepper
1 carrot

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

jerk seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: allspice

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and additives.

pork shoulder steaks

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thighs are leaner and cheaper than pork.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed, while white sugar is more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often cheaper.

1

Marinate the pork shoulder steaks overnight.

2

Line a baking tray with foil and grease a wire rack.

3

Place the marinated pork shoulder steaks on the wire rack.

4

Broil one side of the pork steaks to get some color.

5

Flip the pork steaks and broil the other side.

6

Brush the pork steaks with a mixture of honey, rum, and barbecue sauce.

7

Bake the pork steaks until properly cooked.

8

Cover the pork steaks with foil for at least 4 minutes to rest before slicing.

9

Slice the pork thin or cut it into cubes for serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishmixing bowlaluminum foilmeat thermometer

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Jerk Pork SteaksJerk Marinated Pork

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