Jamaican Pork Stew
A flavorful and aromatic stew made with tender pork, a blend of Jamaican spices, and a hint of sweetness.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound, cut into 1-inch cubes Pork shoulderBoneless
- ●2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk seasoningStore-bought or homemade
- ●1 large, chopped Onion
- ●3 cloves, minced Garlic
- ●1 large, chopped Bell pepperAny color
- ●2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- ●2 tablespoons Melting chocolate
- ●1 teaspoon, ground Allspice
- ●1 teaspoon, fresh or dried Thyme
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the pork cubes in batches until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 3
Reduce heat to medium and add the chopped onion to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and lightly browned, about 8 minutes.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- 5
Add the chopped bell pepper and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 6
Add the browned pork back to the pot, along with the jerk seasoning, tomato paste, allspice, and thyme. Stir to combine.
- 7
Add the chopped tomatoes, brown sugar, and melting chocolate to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 8
Bring the stew to a simmer, then cover the pot and transfer it to the oven.
- 9
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pork is tender, the sauce has thickened, and the flavors have melded together.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs, if desired.
- 11
Let the stew rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.