Jerk Pork Sliders

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When leaving the house to hit the grocery store to make dinner isn’t possible (or you just don’t feel like it), it’s time to turn to a trusty pantry staple meal that can be whipped up with food you already have on hand. And one of my faves is this pantry recipe for awesome Jerk Pork Sliders.

Yeap, these Caribbean Pork Tenderloin Sliders are super versatile and simple to make. Follow this recipe as is, or feel free to add some of your other favorite slider toppings.

That’s the beauty of a pantry essentials meal – it’s easy to substitute ingredients and work with what you already have. #pantryrecipesforthewin

Related Link : Easy Jamaican Jerk Sauce Marinade.

Folks, pork sliders are great for soooooo many reasons. And after that very first bite and explosion of fruity Caribbean flavor, I think you’ll agree that these are the best Pork Tenderloin Sliders around.

Why Make This Recipe

• Quick and Easy to Make. These Pork Tenderloin Sliders are an effortless but FLAVORFUL meal.
• Great for Snacks, Potlucks, Appetizers and Game Day Munchies. Who doesn’t love a good Pork Slider? They’re great for snacks for the kids and quick lunch options.
• Easy to Double and Triple. Super simple to double or triple these Pork Tenderloin Sliders so you can feed a crowd.
• Frugal and Economical. Pork is generally a cheaper cut of meat. so your family is getting enough protein without breaking the bank.
• Healthy Alternative. Pork is a tender and lean cut of meat, just as lean as skinless chicken breast. It is high in protein and low in fat. It is also a good source of B vitamins and other vitamins and minerals.

Ingredients

• olive oil
• frozen sliced onions, or 3 medium fresh onions
• frozen bell pepper strips, or 2 fresh bell peppers
• salt and pepper
• Jerk Sauce Marinade
• dried thyme
• Soy sauce
• pork tenderloin
• slider buns

How to Make Pork Sliders 

1. Marinate the pork tenderloin pieces in the jerk seasoning.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the sliced onions and peppers and cook for 2 mins, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 15 mins, stirring frequently.  
4. Turn the heat down to low and add the soy sauce, salt, pepper and thyme and cook for 2 more minutes. 
5. Transfer peppers and onions to a bowl and set aside.
6. Turn the heat back up to medium and add more olive oil in the skillet..
7. Remove pork from marinade, add to the skillet and cook for about 12 minutes, stirring frequently.
8. Slice dinner rolls in half and place 1-2 pieces of pork on each bottom piece. Top the pork with the onions and peppers and then serve.

Recipe Tips

• I recommend using Hawaiian rolls, if available.
• Marinade the pork for up to 24 hours in a non reactive bowl.
• Control the heat level by making your very own homemade Jamaican Jerk sauce, see recipe below. Or get a milk jerk marinade from the store.
• Pork Tenderloin Sliders are even more amazing if you toast the bun. You can butter them and broil them in the oven for a few minutes to crisp them up for a little extra crunch.

• Not a huge fan of pork, or don’t have any on hand? You can make these into shredded chicken sliders!
• Feel free to top with coleslaw or pineapple salsa a slice (or two) of cheese.
• Most people eat around 2 sliders each. This recipe makes about 12 Jerk Pork Tenderloin Sliders, so it will serve about 6 people.

MEAL PREP AND PREP AHEAD

Pork Sliders are great for meal prepping and preparing ahead of time.

Prep Ahead – you can dice the onion, slice and deseed the peppers, and cook the meat and sauce in advance, then store and reheat when needed. You’ll definitely want to hold off on assembling the sandwiches until ready to serve, as the bread will get soggy fast.

Meal Prep – pork tenderloin is easy to batch cook and then use for meal prep at the beginning of the week. And since it will stay fresh and tasty stored in the fridge all week long, you can make up all sorts of wholesome meals that will be ready to go just when you need some pork protein for each meal.

And any leftover peppers and onions that you haven’t cooked can be saved and stored in the refrigerator to be used for other meal prep recipes since they’re such a versatile ingredient.

Freezing Tips

Use these tips to freeze these:

• Make sure you let the pork cool completely before transferring to Ziploc storage freezer bags.
• Press the excess air out of the bags before sealing and label them with the date.
• Place the bags flat in the freezer to store for 2-3 months.

FAQs

WHAT IS JERK SAUCE/ JERK MARINADE?

Jerk style of cooking originated in Jamaica where a wet sauce or dry rub is applied to the meat of choice and then cooked. This marinade or sauce tends to be spicy due to the classic use of scotch bonnet (a very spicy pepper option).

Authentic Jerk Sauce should also include the use of allspice and thyme as those ingredients really bring the right Jamaican flavors.

Want to learn how to make it yourself, then head over to the How To Make Jerk Sauce Marinade post

Should You Use Fresh or Frozen Pork?

You can use Fresh or Frozen Pork in these Jamaican Pork Tenderloin Sliders. They will both turn out perfect. If using a frozen pork tenderloin, make sure to pull the tenderloin out of the freezer the night before let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

Should You Use Fresh or Frozen Slider Rolls?

You can use fresh or frozen slider rolls for these sandwiches, it won’t impact the delicious flavor. If using frozen rolls, pull the rolls out of the freezer the night before and let them thaw in the refrigerator overnight. They should be thawed and ready to use the following day.

Toppings and Substitution Suggestions

• Roma Tomatoes
• Pineapple salsa
• Garlic Aioli
• Mayonnaise
• BBQ sauce
• Coleslaw

Serving Suggestions

• Air Fryer French Fries.
• Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries.
• Tomato Choka.

More Pork Recipes

• Easy Smothered Pork Chops.
• Air Fryer Pork Satay.
• Spicy Pulled Pork.
• Easy Air Fryer Ham.

Weight Watchers Points

There are 9 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving.

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