Jerk Pork
Caribbean

Jerk Pork

Succulent pork shoulder, marinated in a fiery jerk sauce, is slow-cooked over pimento wood for smoky perfection.

Hard4 hours

Where it comes from

Jerk pork is synonymous with Boston Beach in Portland, where the Maroons perfected this technique using indigenous ingredients and methods.

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What goes into it

How it's made

  1. 1

    Blend scotch bonnet, garlic, thyme, scallion, ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, and allspice into a marinade.

  2. 2

    Rub marinade generously over pork shoulder, let it sit overnight.

  3. 3

    Prepare a grill with pimento wood, heating it to a medium flame.

  4. 4

    Place marinated pork on the grill, cover, and cook slowly.

  5. 5

    Baste occasionally with remaining marinade until cooked through.

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