Caribbean Cook-Up

Ingredients

• 1 pound pork shoulder or loin
• 1 large plantain, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the pork and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
2. Add the plantain, onion, bell peppers, garlic, jalapeno, cumin, oregano, and paprika to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Return the pork to the skillet and add 1/2 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is a popular dish in the Caribbean and is often served with rice and beans.
• The plantain is a type of banana that is starchier and sweeter than the yellow banana.
• Jalapeno peppers add a spicy flavor to this dish.