Cocoa-Coffee-Chili Seasoned Pork with Pear Apple Ch

Name: Cocoa-Coffee-Chili Seasoned Pork with Pear Apple Chutney
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons chile blend seasoning; 2 tablespoons bittersweet cocoa powder; 2 tablespoons fine-ground coffee; 1 center-cut pork loin, trimmed (about 6 ounces); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and small-diced; 2 Anjou pears, peeled and small-diced; 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; Small head frisee, for serving; Juice of 1/2 an orange; Olive oil, for garnish

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons chile blend seasoning
2 tablespoons bittersweet cocoa powder
2 tablespoons fine-ground coffee
1 center-cut pork loin, trimmed (about 6 ounces)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and small-diced
2 Anjou pears, peeled and small-diced
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Small head frisee, for serving
Juice of 1/2 an orange
Olive oil, for garnish

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Preheat a grill or grill pan.
2
Combine the chile spice blend, cocoa powder, and coffee together in a bowl and rub lightly on the pork loin.
3
Season the pork with salt, and pepper.
4
Grill the pork loin for 2 minutes on each side, or until browned, and transfer to the oven until an internal temperature of 135 degrees F.
5
Meanwhile, heat a medium saute pan over medium-high heat and add butter to the pan.
6
Add the apples and pears and start stirring immediately.
7
The idea is to not cook the fruit very much.
8
Add the vinegar and sugar, and stir to coat.
9
Cook for 1 minute.
10
Taste the mixture and season with salt, and pepper, to taste.
11
Thinly slice the pork and serve over the chutney with a small amount of frisee simply dressed with a squeeze of fresh orange juice, drizzle of olive oil, and salt, and pepper, to taste.

163

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons chile blend seasoning, 2 tablespoons bittersweet cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons fine-ground coffee, 1 center-cut pork loin, trimmed (about 6 ounces), and more.

Yes, Cocoa-Coffee-Chili Seasoned Pork with Pear Apple Chutney falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Cocoa-Coffee-Chili Seasoned Pork with Pear Apple Chutney

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