Mexicali Pork Chops

• From: National Pork Board

Ingredients

• 4 boneless pork center loin chops, 1 1/2-inch thick

• 4 oz canned green chilies, chopped

• 2 tsp oregano

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tsp ground cumin

• 4 Tbs cider vinegar

• 2 tsp oil

With canned green chilies, it's easy to ramp up or cut back on the amount to suit your family's tastes.

Directions

• In blender container, place chilies, oregano, garlic, cumin, and vinegar. Purée until smooth. Marinate chops in mixture 4-24 hours, refrigerated.
• Heat oil in heavy skillet. Remove chops from marinade, and cook 7-8 minutes on each side until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 160° F.