This classic Caribbean dish features thinly sliced pork tenderloin or loin, pounded to ensure tenderness and coated in a vibrant marinade. The star of the show is the “aja,” a powerful blend of fresh garlic, lime or lemon juice, olive oil, and a hint of cayenne pepper. This marinade penetrates the meat, infusing it with aromatic, spicy, and tangy flavors that balance the richness of the pork. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, the meat cooks quickly over high heat, developing a delicious char while remaining juicy inside. Serve it hot alongside white rice, beans, or fried plantains for a complete, satisfying meal that brings the taste of the islands to your table.
Carne De Cedo A La Parrilla Con Aja (Grilled
Description
This classic Caribbean dish features thinly sliced pork tenderloin or loin, pounded to ensure tenderness and coated in a vibrant marinade. The star of the show is the "aja," a powerful blend of fresh garlic, lime or lemon juice, olive oil, and a hint of cayenne pepper. This marinade penetrates the meat, infusing it with aromatic, spicy, and tangy flavors that balance the richness of the pork. Perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, the meat cooks quickly over high heat, developing a delicious char while remaining juicy inside. Serve it hot alongside white rice, beans, or fried plantains for a complete, satisfying meal that brings the taste of the islands to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil and blanch the peeled garlic cloves for 4 minutes to soften them slightly.
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Drain the water thoroughly and chop the blanched garlic cloves finely.
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In a large glass or ceramic bowl, combine the chopped garlic, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, lemon juice, cider vinegar, and olive oil, stirring until well blended.
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Place the thinly sliced and pounded pork tenderloin or loin slices into the marinade, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate the pork for 4 to 6 hours to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
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Remove the pork from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels to ensure proper browning during cooking.
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Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or set your oven broiler to high, positioning the rack 2 inches from the heat source.
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Grill the pork slices for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or broil for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until cooked through and lightly charred.
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Serve the grilled pork immediately while hot, accompanied by white rice, black beans, and fried plantains if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 46.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 9755.4mg407%
- Total Carbohydrate 10.5g4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.9g4%
- Sugars 0.3g
- Protein 2.0g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
