Blackened Pork Chops With Pineapple Salsa

I make this meal frequently, my husband LOVES it!

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless pork chops, 3/4-inch thick
• 1 cup chopped fresh or canned pineapple
• 1 medium red or green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
• Salt and pepper
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

First you should make the salsa.  Normally, I make the salsa earlier on in the day so it sits for a while, thus becoming more flavorful.

To Prepare Salsa:

To prepare salsa, in a medium bowl combine pineapple, red pepper, onion, lime juice, 1 teaspoon chili powder, jalapeño pepper, 1/8 teaspoon cumin and cayenne. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Let set.

There is a seasoning mixture you will make and rub on the pork chops. Again, I do this early on in the day and allow them to sit for a while before cooking.

To Prepare Seasoning Mixture:

In a small bowl combine 2 teaspoons chili powder, coriander, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in 1 teaspoon oil. Rub the mixture all over the pork chops.

To Make:

Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chops for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until evenly browned on both sides, and chops are just done. Serve chops with the salsa.

Serves 4