Shelly's Recipe

SANTA FE CHOPS WITH FIRECRACKER SALSA

Category: Pork - Chops and Steaks

6 (1-1/2 inch-thick) boneless pork center loin chops
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp salt

Mix together seasonings and spread evenly on both surfaces of chops. Place chops on a kettle-style grill directly over medium-hot coals, lower grill hood and grill for 7-8 minutes; turn chops and grill for 7 minutes more. Serve with Firecracker Salsa on the side. Serves 6.

Firecracker Salsa: In a small bowl, stir together 1 (20 oz) can drained pineapple tidbits, 1 medium diced cucumber, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp brown sugar, a pinch of salt and 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced. Cover and refrigerate 4-24 hours to let flavors blend. Makes enough for 6 servings.