Pork

Mexican Pork Chops

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Description

These Mexican pork chops are a delightful blend of savory and sweet thanks to the unique addition of cocoa in the salsa sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, they make for an easy yet impressive dinner that’s sure to please.

Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1-1/4 cups salsa
  • 1 teaspoon baking cocoa
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • 1 green onion, chopped
Directions
  1. Combine cumin and chili powder; rub over both sides of pork. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown pork chops, 1-2 minutes on each side.
  2. In a small bowl, combine salsa, cocoa and cinnamon; pour over pork. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 145°, 5-6 minutes on each side, stirring sauce occasionally. Remove from the heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and green onion.

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