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Grilled Cinnamon Pepper Pork Chops

By , About.com Guide

This recipe was provided by chef Monica Pope of T'Afia.

Ingrdients:

4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
2 teaspoons whole white peppercorns
2 teaspoons grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon whole cardamom seeds
1/4 bunch fresh oregano (leaves only)
juice of 1 medium lemon
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 to 6 pork chops (such as Jolie Vue Farms’ “primo”)
kosher salt to taste

Preparation:

1. Combine first 9 ingredients and rub onto pork chops.
2. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
3. Lightly salt meat and grill to medium-rare or your preferred doneness.
4. To roast, preheat oven to 350 degrees and cook uncovered to an internal temperature of about 160 degrees, as measured by a quick-read thermometer.

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