Aztec Style Pork Chops

1. 1

   In a shallow bowl, combine the drained chiles, garlic, honey, ground cinnamon, and ground chile.

2. 2

   Add enough chipotle cooking liquid to make a thick paste.

3. 3

   Marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Preheat the grill, stovetop grill, or a large, heavy, seasoned skillet to medium high.

5. 5

   Grill the chops for 8 minutes per side.

6. 6

   At the same time and on the same surface, grill the jicama until it is slightly edged with brown on each side.

7. 7

   To serve, top each chop with a cinnamon stick.

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   Overlap each chop with a slice of the grilled jicama.

9. 9

   Reconstituted chipotles: To reconstitute chipotles in a microwave oven, place the pods in a 4-cup glass measuring cup.

10. 10

    Cover with water and add 1 teaspoon cider vinegar.

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    Cover with plastic wrap and cook for 5 minutes, on full power or until the skin slips on the flesh.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.