Cuban Pork Adobo Chops

 

Ingredients

• 6 New York (top loin) pork chops, 3/4-inch thick
• 1 cup lime juice
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3/4 - 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Olive oil, for grill grate

Preparation

1. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper; transfer to self-sealing plastic bag. Add chops; seal bag and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
2. Prepare medium-hot fire with charcoal or preheat gas to medium high. Lightly oil grill grate.
3. Remove chops from marinade (do not pat dry), discarding marinade from bag. Grill chops directly over heat, turning once, until internal temperature of pork on thermometer reads between 145°F. (medium rare) and 160°F. (medium), followed by a 3-minute rest, about 8 to 11 minutes.

Preparation Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Serves

Yield: 6 servings

Source

National Pork Board

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