Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork with Quinoa Salad

Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork with Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the spiciness of Jamaican Jerk seasoning with tender pulled pork, served alongside a light and healthy quinoa salad. This dish offers a perfect balance of heat, protein, and healthy grains, making it a satisfying meal for any occasion.

### Ingredients:

For the Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork:- 3 lbs pork shoulder or pork butt- 2 tablespoons Jamaican Jerk seasoning- 1 tablespoon brown sugar- 1 teaspoon garlic powder- 1 teaspoon onion powder- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)- 1 teaspoon salt- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar- 1/2 cup orange juice- 1/4 cup soy sauce- 1/4 cup olive oil- 1/2 cup chicken broth

For the Quinoa Salad:- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed- 2 cups water- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped- 1 tablespoon olive oil- Juice of 1 lime- Salt and pepper to taste

### Instructions:

For the Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork:1. **Preheat** the oven to 300°F (150°C).2. **In a small bowl,** combine the Jamaican Jerk seasoning, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.3. **Rub the pork shoulder** thoroughly with the seasoning mixture.4. **In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven,** heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until it is browned.5. **Add the apple cider vinegar,** orange juice, soy sauce, and chicken broth to the pot.6. **Cover the pot** with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.7. **Cook for 3-4 hours,** or until the pork is tender and easily pulled apart with a fork.8. **Remove the pork from the oven** and let it rest for 10-15 minutes. Then, use two forks to pull the pork apart into shreds.

For the Quinoa Salad:1. **In a medium saucepan,** bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed.2. **Remove the quinoa** from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool.3. **In a large bowl,** combine the cooled quinoa, red bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.4. **In a small bowl,** whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.

### Serving:**Serve the pulled pork** warm, with the quinoa salad on the side. Enjoy the bold flavors of the spiced pork paired with the fresh, zesty quinoa salad for a delicious and satisfying meal.