RECIPE: Crispy Jerk Pork Bites

Crispy Jerk Pork Bites

INGREDIENTS

Crispy Jerk Pork Bites |

8 oz tempura battered pork nugget, Golden Tiger VE 045009
¼ c. jerk glaze, Sauce Craft VE 032375
6 oz pineapple-pepper slaw – see recipe
1 oz lime crema – see recipe

Pineapple Pepper Slaw |

1 ½ lb shredded cabbage, Preferred Fresh Cuts VE 007286
1 lb flame-roasted peppers & onions, Simplot VE 084520
½ lb pineapple tidbits + ¼ c. juice, World Horizons VE 024197
¼ c. green onion, thinly sliced, Western VE 006260
¼ c. cilantro, chopped, ProAct VE 007196
3 tb lime juice, Walsma & Lyons VE 001487
2 tb rice vinegar, Roland VE 020508
1 tb honey, Farmer Dan’s VE 055031

Lime Crema |

2 c. sour cream, Prairie Farms VE 011756
½ c. mayo, Wilsey VE 011790
2 limes, juiced & (1 lime) zested, Walsma & Lyons VE 001487
1 tsp kosher salt, Diamond Crystal VE 066782

DIRECTIONS

For the Lime Crema | Whisk together all ingredients until smooth.

For the Pineapple Pepper Slaw | Combine cabbage, peppers and onions, pineapple tidbits, green onion, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl. Whisk together pineapple juice, lime juice, rice vinegar, and honey. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before service.

For the Crispy Pork Bites | Fry the pork nuggets according to manufacturer’s instructions until crispy and golden brown- drain well. Transfer to a stainless-steel mixing bowl- add jerk glaze and toss until evenly coated.

Spread the pineapple-pepper slaw in the center of a serving bowl or platter. Top with jerk-glazed pork nuggets and drizzle with lime crema. Garnish with additional cilantro or green onions and a fresh lime wedge, if desired.

PER ORDER:

Yields 1 appetizer portion