Savory Grilled Pork Chops

By ezunich

Ingredients

• 6 boneless pork loin chops (about 3/4" thick)
• 2 tbs brown sugar
• 2 tbs extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbs orange juice
• 2 tbs fresh cilantro, snipped
• 1 tbs red wine vinegar
• 2 tsp hot chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

Trim fat from chops.

For marinade, in a small bowl combine brown sugar, oil, orange juice, cilantro, vinegar, chili .powder, cumin, oregano, salt, red pepper (if desired), cinnamon, and garlic. Pour over chops in a zipper sealable bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours to 24 hours, turning occasionally.

Drain chops, discarding marinade.

Preheat gas grill and set at medium. Place chops on rack and grill for 8 minutes covered. Tum chops, re-cover, and continue cooking another 8 minutes or until done.