Chop Chop!!

Pork chops can be tricky- they tend to dry out real easy and can end up chewy and tasteless. I have tried and tested several different recipes and methods and the best way to go is to marinate the pork,and cook it to serve immediately. This way the meat retains it's moisture and flavors. There is a plethora of recipes out there, from Jamaican Jerk pork to breaded pork chops and this rule applies to most recipes with the exception of braised or slow cooked pork.

I recently stumbled upon a jar of Chipotle chillies in my refrigerator and put it to good use. The results were a succulent, sweet and spicy pork chop that can be served up with a variety of sides. grilled asparagus, steamed broccoli, or a twice baked potato. The best part is the speed with which this meal can be prepared and the easy cleanup!

My recipe for Chipotle Glazed Pork Chop:

4 pork chops- fat trimmed off

2 Chipotle chillies

1 Ancho chili pepper

salt and pepper to taste

juice of half a lemon

2 cloves of garlic

1 tsp honey

1. Combine all the marinade ingredients in the food processor and give it a whiz.

2. Marinate the pork, reserving 2 tablespoons for basting and refrigerate until ready to use. Throw on the grill or saute in a heavy bottomed skillet and brush with the extra marinade on each side as it cooks.

3.Serve immediately.