Pork Chops with Cinnamon-Raisin Sauce
4 butterflied pork chops 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3/4 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 3/4 cup orange juice 2 tablespoons raisins 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed, drained Fresh orange slices Parsley sprigs
In small bowl, combine salt, cinnamon, cloves and pepper; blend well. Sprinkle seasoning mixture over each chop.
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chops; cook 3 minutes per side; place chops on serving platter, cover to keep warm.
In same skillet, add onion and garlic; cook over medium heat 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low.
Add orange juice, raisins and capers; cover and simmer about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spoon onion-raisin mixture over cooked chops. Garnish with orange slices and parsley.
Serves 4 Source: National Pork Board
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