Grilled Pork Chops with Anise-Seed Rub and Mango Mojo

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Grilled Pork Chops with Anise-Seed Rub and Mango Mojo
45 min.
4
146kcal

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Looking for a flavorful and healthy dish to impress your guests? Try these Grilled Pork Chops with Anise-Seed Rub and Mango Mojo! This delicious recipe features tender, juicy pork chops seasoned with a unique blend of spices, including anise seeds and black peppercorns, which give the dish a surprising depth of flavor. The sweet and tangy mango mojo adds a refreshing contrast to the savory meat, making it a perfect pairing for a warm, sunny day or a cozy evening meal.

Not only is this dish incredibly tasty, but it’s also gluten-free and dairy-free, so it’s suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences. The grilled pork chops are quick and easy to prepare, with the added bonus of being a low-calorie meal, at just 146 calories per serving. With its balanced mix of healthy fats from olive oil and the fresh zest of lime and cilantro, this recipe is a great choice for anyone looking to enjoy a flavorful meal without compromising on health.

Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking for a satisfying dinner, these Grilled Pork Chops with Anise-Seed Rub and Mango Mojo will surely become a favorite. The combination of smoky grilled pork and zesty fruit salsa is an unforgettable experience that’s as vibrant in flavor as it is in color. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish makes for a perfect starter, snack, or even a light main course.

Ingredients

  • tablespoon aniseed 
  • 0.8 teaspoon peppercorns black
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • large garlic clove 
  • tablespoon jalapeno fresh chopped (including seeds)
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  •  mangos peeled coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • inch pork loin chops trimmed
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  • 1.5 teaspoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender
  • roasting pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare grill (do not spread charcoal out to edges of grill).
  2. Purée mango, lime juice, garlic, jalapeño, and salt in a blender, then stir in cilantro.
  3. Finely grind anise seeds and peppercorns in an electric coffee/spice grinder with salt and sugar.
  4. Transfer mixture to a small bowl and stir in oil.
  5. Brush both sides of pork with spice rub.
  6. Grill pork on an oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals 2 minutes on each side. Move pork off to side of grill (not directly over coals; moderately low heat for gas grills) and cook pork, covered, turning once, until just cooked through, about 3 minutes more on each side.
  7. Transfer to a platter and let stand, loosely covered, 5 minutes.
  8. Serve pork with mojo.
  9. • If your grill doesn't have a cover, use an inverted metal roasting pan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories146kcal
Protein3.45%
Fat64.73%
Carbs31.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.21
Glycemic Load
4.88
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.8378260849935%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.05mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.89mg
Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.36mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:145.76kcal
7.29%
Fat:11.13g
17.12%
Saturated Fat:1.57g
9.81%
Carbohydrates:12.31g
4.1%
Net Carbohydrates:10.86g
3.95%
Sugar:9.01g
10.01%
Cholesterol:1.28mg
0.43%
Sodium:874.75mg
38.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.33g
2.67%
Vitamin C:28.42mg
34.45%
Vitamin E:2.16mg
14.41%
Vitamin A:630.74IU
12.61%
Vitamin K:11.26µg
10.73%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.73%
Folate:25.21µg
6.3%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.93%
Fiber:1.44g
5.77%
Iron:0.83mg
4.63%
Copper:0.09mg
4.62%
Potassium:157.99mg
4.51%
Vitamin B3:0.63mg
3.15%
Magnesium:11.67mg
2.92%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.67%
Calcium:23.89mg
2.39%
Phosphorus:23.79mg
2.38%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.08%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.75%
Selenium:1.21µg
1.72%
Zinc:0.19mg
1.3%
Source:Epicurious