Caribbean Carnival Lime Pork Chops

Caribbean Carnival is a jerk-style blend, so these lime pork chops need only a short rest and a quick sear — about 30 minutes total, no overnight marinade.

Product: Caribbean Carnival spice blend

Total time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 boneless pork chops, about 2 cm (3/4 inch) thick (around 600 to 700 g total)

• 1½ tbsp Caribbean Carnival spice blend

• 2 tbsp olive oil, divided

• Juice of 1 lime, plus extra wedges to serve

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 small onion, sliced

• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, to round out the heat)

Steps

1. Pat the pork chops dry. Rub with 1 tbsp oil, the Caribbean Carnival, and half the lime juice. Set aside while you slice the pepper and onion (even 10 minutes helps).

2. Heat the remaining 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chops for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until browned and just cooked through (63°C / 145°F). Transfer to a plate and rest.

3. Add the pepper and onion to the same pan. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring, until softened and a little charred.

4. Take the pan off the heat, stir in the rest of the lime juice and the honey if using, then return the chops and any juices to the pan to coat.

5. Serve with lime wedges. Rice or roasted plantain makes an easy side if you want one.

Caribbean Carnival is a jerk-style blend (allspice, thyme, and a scotch bonnet warmth), so the lime keeps it bright and the quick sear is enough — no overnight marinade needed.