Indulge in a symphony of flavors with these delectable sugar-spiced pork chops smothered in a luscious pumpkin chipotle sauce. The pork chops are seasoned with a tantalizing blend of spices and coated in a sweet and savory sugar rub, creating a caramelized crust that seals in the juices. Braised in a rich pumpkin puree infused with aromatic chipotle peppers, these pork chops emerge tender and succulent, enveloped in a velvety sauce that dances on your palate. Accompanying this main course is a medley of complementary side dishes, including a medley of roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, and a refreshing green salad. These recipes offer a delightful culinary journey, combining the sweet and spicy notes of the pork chops with the hearty and comforting flavors of the sides, resulting in a satisfying and memorable meal.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
CHIPOTLE PORK CHOPS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 4h45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the chiles and adobo sauce, garlic, bay leaves, cumin, thyme, cinnamon and 5 teaspoons salt in a food processor and pulse to make a paste. Transfer to a shallow dish and add the onion, tomatoes, cilantro and 1/3 cup olive oil; mix well. Add the pork chops, turning to coat; cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat a grill to medium. Meanwhile, remove the pork chops from the marinade, scraping off the excess, and transfer to a plate. Transfer the marinade to a skillet; add 1/4 cup water and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the liquid simmers and the onions start sizzling, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside for basting. (You can also do this in a cast-iron skillet on the grill.)
- Brush the chops with olive oil and transfer to the grill. Cook until marked, 7 to 8 minutes, rotating the pork 45 degrees halfway through to create a crosshatch pattern and brushing with the liquid from the marinade. Flip and repeat, brushing with more marinade, including some pieces of onion and tomato. Remove from the grill and let rest 5 minutes.
GRILLED PUMPKIN BBQ-GLAZED PORK CHOPS
Steps:
- For the pumpkin bbq sauce: Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until tender and transluscent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the ketchup, pumpkin puree, broth, sugar, syrup, vinegar, chili powder, Worcestershire, garlic powder, smoked paprika, pumpkin pie spice, salt and pepper and whisk well to combine. Bring to a low simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let cook until thickened, 20 to 30 minutes. If it begins to look too thick, add a few tablespoons of water or broth.
- For the pork chops: Preheat a grill or grill pan for cooking over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the pork chops generously on both sides with salt and pepper. Brush the chops on each side with vegetable oil and grill, 4 minutes per side. Baste the pork chops on each side with the sauce and grill an additional minute per side to allow the sauce to caramelize. Serve the chops with extra sauce.
Tips:
- For best results, use bone-in pork chops that are at least 1 inch thick.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the pork chops in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- The pumpkin chipotle sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Serve the pork chops with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
These sugar-spiced pork chops in pumpkin chipotle sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The pork chops are tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and creamy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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