Jim's Woodford Reserve Bourbon Marinated French Rib

Name: Jim's Woodford Reserve Bourbon Marinated French Rib Pork Chop
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small lime, juiced; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1 green tomato, peeled and seeded; 1/2 cup Kentucky pawpaw pulp, can substitute equal parts mango and papaya pureed together; 1 mango, peeled and pitted; 1/2 roasted red pepper, peeled and seeded; 1/2 small red onion; Kosher or sea salt; 1/4 cup maple syrup; 1/4 cup molasses (preferably Kentucky sorghum); 2 generous shots Kentucky Bourbon; 2 tablespoons sweet chile sauce, available at Asian markets; 1 1/2 teaspoons Sri Racha chile paste, available at Asian markets; 4 (14 ounce) center cut pork rib chops, frenched; 1 large or 2 small plantains; 1 cup peanut, corn or safflower oil, for frying; 1/4 cup Hot Country Ham Jus, recipe follows; 1 country ham bone or 2 smoked ham hocks; 4 cups rich veal stock

Servings: persons

1 small lime, juiced
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 green tomato, peeled and seeded
1/2 cup Kentucky pawpaw pulp, can substitute equal parts mango and papaya pureed together
1 mango, peeled and pitted
1/2 roasted red pepper, peeled and seeded
1/2 small red onion
Kosher or sea salt
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup molasses (preferably Kentucky sorghum)
2 generous shots Kentucky Bourbon
2 tablespoons sweet chile sauce, available at Asian markets
1 1/2 teaspoons Sri Racha chile paste, available at Asian markets
4 (14 ounce) center cut pork rib chops, frenched
1 large or 2 small plantains
1 cup peanut, corn or safflower oil, for frying
1/4 cup Hot Country Ham Jus, recipe follows
1 country ham bone or 2 smoked ham hocks
4 cups rich veal stock

1
For relish, combine lime juice, honey, cilantro, and cumin in a bowl.
2
Dice tomato, pawpaw, mango, roasted pepper and onion to 1/4-inch squares.
3
Add diced vegetable to lime juice mixture and toss.
4
Season, to taste, with kosher or sea salt, and let stand at least 30 minutes and up to overnight in the refrigerator, tightly covered.
5
Preheat a grill to medium heat.
6
For the marinade, combine all ingredients and mix well.
7
Grill pork chops to medium, about 10 minutes per side, brushing with marinade until juice runs clear when pressed or when an instant-read thermometer reads 150 degrees F. Slice plantains 1/8-inch thick.
8
Fry in hot oil until lightly browned.
9
Remove and drain on paper towels.
10
Sauce each plate with 1/4 cup hot country ham jus.
11
Garnish with a generous soup spoonful of relish and crown with 2 slices fried plantains.
12
Combine ham bone and stock in a large pot and bring to a simmer.
13
Simmer until reduced to 1 cup.
14
Strain.
15
This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
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The FN chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

765

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small lime, juiced, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Jim's Woodford Reserve Bourbon Marinated French Rib Pork Chop 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.

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Jim's Woodford Reserve Bourbon Marinated French Rib Pork Chop

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