Cuban-Inspired Pork Chops with Mango Salsa

Ingredients

• 4 thick-cut Pork chops
• 1/2 cup Orange juice
• 1/4 cup Lime juice
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 1 tsp Oregano
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 1 large Mango
• 1/4 medium Red onion
• 1/4 medium Red bell pepper
• 1/2 small Jalapeño
• 1/4 cup Cilantro
• 1 tbsp Lime juice

Instructions

1. 1In a medium bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lime juice, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp oregano, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. 2Place the 4 thick-cut pork chops in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
3. 3Prepare the mango salsa: Dice 1 large mango, 1/4 medium red onion, 1/4 medium red bell pepper, and 1/2 small jalapeño into small, uniform pieces. Finely chop 1/4 cup cilantro. Combine the diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro in a separate bowl. Stir in 1 tbsp lime juice and mix well.
4. 4Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, aiming for a temperature of approximately 400-450°F (200-230°C).
5. 5Remove the pork chops from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Place the pork chops on the preheated grill. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the juices run clear.
6. 6Transfer the grilled pork chops to a clean plate or cutting board. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the pork chops moist.
7. 7Serve the rested grilled pork chops topped with the prepared mango salsa.

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