Pork Chops with Chiles Rellenos and Ancho Sauce: A Culinary Symphony of Mexican Flavors
Savor the tantalizing flavors of Mexico with this delectable dish that combines savory pork chops, stuffed chiles rellenos, and a rich ancho sauce. The tender pork chops, marinated in a blend of spices, are grilled to perfection, while the chiles rellenos, filled with a flavorful combination of cheese, vegetables, and meat, are lightly battered and fried until golden brown. The crowning glory of this dish is the ancho sauce, made from dried ancho chiles, roasted tomatoes, and a hint of sweetness, which brings all the elements together in a harmonious symphony of flavors. This recipe also includes instructions for making the pork chops, chiles rellenos, and ancho sauce from scratch, ensuring an authentic and satisfying culinary experience.
ANCHO CHILE PORK CHOPS
Spicy broiled or grilled marinated pork chops. I came across this recipe when I wanted to use up some ancho chilies and this fit the bill perfectly. If you want it spicier you may want to add another chili to the marinade mixture. Recipe adapted from Cooking Light (March, 2003). Prep time does not include marinating time (8 hours). Cook time is grilling or broiling time.
Provided by ellie_
Categories Pork
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Remove stems and seeds from chilies.
- Tear chilies into pieces.
- Spray a skillet with Pam and heat over medium heat.
- Add chili pieces and cook for 15 seconds, stirring so chilies do not burn.
- Add garlic and cook 2 minutes.
- Add broth- allspice to chili/garlic mixture in skillet.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon vinegar.
- Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low.
- Let mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Place (cooled) mixture in blender or food processor and process until smooth using on/off turns.
- Heat skillet over medium-high heat and add chili/spice mixture and cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in sugar, salt, remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar and lemon juice.
- Put pork chops in marinating dish or zip-lock bag.
- Pour chili sauce over chops.
- Refrigerate marinated chops for up to 8 hours.
- Spray broiler rack with Pam or prepare grill (spray grill with Pam for easier clean up) for grilling chops.
- Remove pork chops from dish and prepare grill or preheat broiler.
- Spray broiler rack or grill with Pam.
- If grilling, grill for 5-10 minutes each side, basting with marinade.
- Time depends on degree of doneness desired and thickness of chops.
- If broiling, brush chops well with marinade.
- Broiler rack should be 6-inches below heat.
- Broil for 5-10 minutes per side (brush with marinade when turning chops) depending on degree of doneness and thickness of chops.
MEXICAN CHILE PORK CHOPS
Steps:
- In a large saucepan set over high heat, add 1 cup water, the agave, 2 tablespoons salt, the cumin, cracked black pepper, garlic, oregano, 2 of the anchos, 1 of the chipotles, 2 of the guajillos, the beer and limes. Cook, stirring, until the salt dissolves. Remove from the heat, add the ice, and stir until cool. Pour the brine into a large, resealable plastic bag and add the pork chops. Seal the bag and refrigerate for up to 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill to high heat and wipe the grates down carefully with some oiled paper towels to clean and create a nonstick surface.
- In a dry skillet set over medium-high heat add the remaining 1 ancho, 2 chipotles and 1 guajillo chile. Cook the chiles until fragrant and lightly charred, 1 to 2 minutes. Place the chiles in a spice grinder and grind to a fine powder. In a small bowl, add the chile powder, cumin, granulated garlic, sugar, paprika, the remaining 1/2 tablespoon salt, the mustard and ground black pepper. Mix to combine, and set aside.
- Remove the pork chops from the brine, then pat dry and brush with the canola oil. Coat evenly all over with the spice rub. Grill the pork chops for 2 1/2 minutes. Rotate the chops 90 degrees and cook another 2 1/2 minutes to create crosshatch sear marks. Flip the chops over and repeat the same process on the second side. Move the chops to an area of the grill with medium heat and continue cooking until cooked through and an internal thermometer inserted in the chops reads 145 degrees F for medium doneness, 7 to 8 minutes. Rest the chops for 5 to 7 minutes for the juices to redistribute.
- Serve the pork chops with the Grilled Green Chile Sauce spooned over the top and garnish with Pico De Gallo.
- In a large bowl, add the hatch chiles, Anaheim chiles, jalapenos, poblanos, onions and scallions. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and 1 teaspoon of the salt, and mix to coat. Grill the chiles, onions and scallions until charred, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Set the scallions and onions aside; place the chiles in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and steam for 6 to 8 minutes. Once the chiles cool, carefully scrape away and discard the charred skin, then remove the stems and seeds, and roughly chop. In the bowl of a food processor, add the chiles, onions, scallions, the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, the remaining 1 teaspoon salt, the vinegar, garlic, lime juice, zest and cilantro. Process until smooth and bright green, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in a bowl, then cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a small bowl add the tomatoes, lemon juice, jalapenos, celery juice, cilantro, oil, salt, garlic and onions. Mix to combine, then cover and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes. Drain the excess liquid before serving.
CHILES ANCHO RELLENOS
This traditional Mexican dish features whole baked ancho chiles stuffed with a delicious chicken filling and topped with a cream sauce.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Slit an opening in each ancho from stem to tip, being careful not to tear the skin; carefully remove seeds and ribs, and discard.
- Combine the water, vinegar, piloncillo, cinnamon, and salt in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add anchos; cover, and let stand 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.
- Spoon filling into each chile; arrange in a baking dish. Bake chiles until heated through, about 15 minutes. Bring crema and onion to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer 8 minutes. Pass through a fine sieve into a bowl; stir in cilantro. Pour sauce over anchos, and serve.
PORK CHOPS WITH CHILI SAUCE
"I often accompany this dish with mashed potatoes and serve the chili sauce as gravy," writes Nicole Svacina from St. Nazianz, Wisconsin. "This meal is easy to make after a long day. In the summer, I cook it in the microwave to keep the kitchen cool."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place the pork chops in a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Top with the onion, green pepper and chili sauce. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-30 minutes or until meat juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 1457mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein.
Tips:
- To make the pork chops more flavorful, marinate them in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, cumin, and oregano for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- If you don't have any ancho chiles, you can substitute another type of dried chile, such as guajillo or pasilla.
- To make the ancho sauce, be sure to toast the chiles before simmering them in the sauce. This will help to bring out their flavor.
- If you don't have any crema Mexicana, you can substitute sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Serve the pork chops with warm tortillas, rice, and beans for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
This recipe for pork chops with chiles rellenos and ancho sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The pork chops are tender and flavorful, and the chiles rellenos and ancho sauce are a delicious and flavorful accompaniment. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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