Jamaican Jerk Pork Chops

How to Make Meal Prep Work for You/Jamaican Jerk Pork Chops

This article was written with the assistance of AI.

If you dread the thought of cooking meals every night, you're not alone. Trying to find variety is so frustrating. Having a good meal prep system does not need to be a daunting task. With a little planning and prepping you can make meal prep work.

When it comes to meal prep, you need to have a plan. Meal prepping can be a great way to save time and money, and I will show you how to have the basic sauces and seasoning prepackaged in the freezer ready to go when you need it. Here are a few tips to help you create a plan that works for you:

1. Start by creating a grocery list. This should include all the ingredients you'll need for your meals, as well as any snacks or other items you might want.

2. Be sure to check your pantry and fridge before you head to the store to see what you already have.

3. Look for good quality freezer bags. These are the keys to making this system work.

4. Buy crock pot liners these make clean-up a breeze.

Meal Prep Day 5: Jamaican Jerk Pork Chops

Jamaican jerk pork chops are a flavorful dish that draws inspiration from the vibrant and spicy cuisine of Jamaica. These juicy pork chops are marinated and cooked to perfection, creating a delightful experience for your taste buds.

Ingredients:

· ½ cup water

· ¼ cup olive oil

· ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

· ¼ cup light brown sugar

· 1 tsp. red pepper flakes

· ¼ tsp. ground cloves.

· ¼ tsp. ground cumin.

· 2 tsp. salt.

· 2 tsp garlic powder.

· Combine all ingredients in a gallon freezer bag. Knead to mix all the ingredients making sure that you get the air out the bag.

Ingredients needed on the day to cook:

· 4 thick cut pork chops.

· ½ onion sliced

· ½ red bell pepper sliced.

· ½ orange bell pepper sliced.

· 1 cup frozen corn.

· 1 can black beans rinse.

Directions:

1. Line the crockpot with a liner.

2. Pour the meal prep sauce into the crockpot.

3. Add pork chops and turn in the sauce to coat.

4. Put the onions, bell peppers, corn, and black beans over the top of the pork chops.

5. Cover and cook for 6-8 hours.

Serve with a pasta salad for a complete meal. Enjoy!!!

Freeze and thaw instructions:

The meal prep baggie can be frozen in a freezer for up to 6 months, or 12 months in a deep freezer. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight or in a warm bowl of water for about 20 minutes.

Be sure and check back for more meal prep recipes. Enjoy!!

The article is written with the assistance of AI.

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