Tropical Pork Chops

Prep Time: 20 mins	Cook Time: 6 mins	Total Time: 2 hr 30 mins
Serves: 4

These tender, pan-seared pork chops are infused with a vibrant marinade, then finished with a rich molasses glaze for the perfect balance of sweetness and depth. Each bite is bursting with tropical flavors, balanced by a fresh and zesty pineapple mango salsa on top.

Ingredients

For The Pineapple Mango Salsa

• 1 Mango, peeled and diced

• 1/2 cup of canned pineapple, shredded

• 1/4 shallots, chopped

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

• 2 tablespoons lime juice, plus more to taste

For The Pork Chops

• 4 bone-in pork chops, 1 1/2 inches thick, frenched (optional).

• 2 tablespoons olive oil, for pan

For The Marinade for Pork Chops

• 1 cup pineapple juice

• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar

• 1/3 cup light soy sauce

• 1-2 garlic cloves, smashed

For The Molasses Glaze

• 1/4 cup molasses

• 1 large oranges, juice and zest

• 1-2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar

• 3 tablespoons pineapple juice

• 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

• 2 tablespoon packed brown sugar

Instructions

1. In a resealable plastic bag, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic. Add the pork chops, seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to marinate.

   
   

2. For the molasses glaze, combine molasses, orange juice and zest, white wine vinegar, pineapple juice, grated ginger, cinnamon, and brown sugar in a bowl and set aside.

   
   

3. Meanwhile, prepare the pineapple mango salsa. Mix diced mango, pineapple, finely chopped shallots, parsley, and lime juice in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate.

   
   

4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a drizzle of olive oil. Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.

   
   

5. Brush the chops generously with the molasses glaze, reserving some for serving. Rest the pork for 5 minutes to lock in the juices.

   
   

6. Serve the pork chops topped with the pineapple mango salsa and a drizzle of the remaining molasses glaze.