Veronica's Pineapple Salsa Pork with Rice Recipe

Name: Veronica's Pineapple Salsa Pork with Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pork chop, lean (with or without bone); ½ teaspoon chili powder; ½ teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon paprika; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 6 tablespoons salsa; ½ cup pineapple chunk; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro; ½ teaspoon oregano; 2 teaspoons olive oil

Servings: persons

1
Combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, black pepper and rub over both sides of pork.
2
Heat oil over medium heat.
3
Saute pork about 3-5 minutes on each side or until done.
4
Remove from pan, cover and keep warm (putting it in the microwave works great- of course, don't turn it on) Using the same skillet, add pineapple with juice and salsa.
5
Raise heat to medium-high and bring to a boil.
6
Cook 1-2 minutes, add cilantro and oregano, and continue to cook for 1-2 more minutes, or until sauce is thickened.
7
Serve pork over a bed of rice and top with sauce.

104

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pork chop, lean (with or without bone), ½ teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon paprika, and more.

Yes, Veronica's Pineapple Salsa Pork with Rice falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Veronica's Pineapple Salsa Pork with Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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