Herbed Adobe Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Herbed Adobe Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 boneless pork loin chops; 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons hot chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper (optional); ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 garlic cloves, minced

Servings: persons

6 boneless pork loin chops
2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons hot chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground red pepper (optional)
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 garlic cloves, minced

1
Trim fat from chops.
2
Place chops in a plastic bag and set in a shallow dish.
3
For marinade, in a small bowl, combine brown sugar, oil, orange juice, cilantro, vinegar, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, red pepper, cinnamon and garlic.
4
Pour over chops, seal bag.
5
Marinade in the fridge for 2 to 24 hours, turning occasionally.
6
Drain chops, discard marinade.
7
For a charcoal grill: Grill chops on rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium coals for 12-15 minutes or until chops are done, turning once halfway through grilling.
8
For a gas grill: Reduce heat to medium, place chops on grill rack over heat.
9
Cover and grill as above.
10
I do the crockpot version: I marinade the meat then dump it in the crockpot and let it cook all day long.
11
I use a roast or boneless ribs.
12
Either way my family loves it!

584

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 boneless pork loin chops, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons orange juice, and more.

Yes, Herbed Adobe Pork Chops 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!

Herbed Adobe Pork Chops

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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