Caribbean Pork Chops With Apricot Sauce Recipe

Name: Caribbean Pork Chops With Apricot Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon chili paste; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon ground ginger; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 4 boneless pork loin chops, 1-inch thick; ¼ cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons apricot preserves; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1 dash ground red pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili paste
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
4 boneless pork loin chops, 1-inch thick
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 dash ground red pepper

1
Preheat grill to medium-high (350 to 400).
2
Stir together first 7 ingredients in a small bowl; rub evenly over both sides of pork chops.
3
Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes.
4
Combine mayonnaise, apricot preserves, lemon juice and red pepper in a small bowl; set aside.
5
Grill pork chops over medium-high heat 4 to 6 minutes on each side until pork is barely pink inside or a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 155.
6
Serve with apricot mixture.
7
Side Dish Note: These are great with grilled pineapple slices.
8
Slice fresh pineapple and grill over medium-high heat alongside the pork chops.
9
Grill them only a minute or two on each side -- just until you see nice grill marks.

436

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon chili paste, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Pork Chops With Apricot Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Caribbean Pork Chops With Apricot Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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