Adobo Pork Chops
Makes 6 servingsIngredients
6 3/4-inch-thick boneless pork loin chops (1 1/2 to 1 3/4 pounds total)
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons snipped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon red-wine or cider vinegar
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 garlic cloves, minced
Cooking spray
Make It
1. Trim fat and place chops in a resealable plastic bag set in a shallow dish.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients. Pour marinade into bag over chops, seal bag, and turn to coat chops.
3. Place bag in refrigerator at least 2 hours, turning occasionally. Discard marinade.
4. Lightly coat a grill pan with cooking spray. Cook chops over medium heat 12 to 15 minutes, or until juices run clear, turning once.
Nutrition facts per serving:
189 calories, 25g protein, 3g carbohydrate, 7g fat (2g saturated), 0g fiber
