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 exotic dish to impress your guests at your next barbecue? Look no further than these Grilled Pork Chops with Anise-Seed Rub and Mango Mojo! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is packed with bold flavors that will leave your taste buds tingling.

The anise-seed rub adds a unique and aromatic touch to the juicy pork chops, while the mango mojo adds a zesty and refreshing kick. The combination of these two elements creates a harmonious blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors that is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for both beginner and experienced cooks alike. The mango mojo can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge, making this dish a convenient and stress-free option for any weeknight meal or special occasion.

So fire up the grill, grab your favorite cooking utensils, and get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering dish that will transport your taste buds to paradise. Whether you're serving this as an appetizer, starter, snack, or part of a larger meal, these Grilled Pork Chops with Anise-Seed Rub and Mango Mojo are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Give it a try today and experience the delicious flavors for yourself!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon anise seeds 
  • 0.8 teaspoon peppercorns black
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • large garlic clove 
  • tablespoon jalapeño fresh chopped (including seeds)
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  •  mangos peeled coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • inch loin pork 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