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Grilled Pork Chops with Watermelon-Pineapple Salsa

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Grilled Pork Chops with Watermelon-Pineapple Salsa

The tropical salsa and the spice rub make for a zesty summer meal with Caribbean flair. Watermelon adds a sweet component to the salsa, which mixes nicely with the tart and smoky flavors of the pineapple and roasted red peppers. Thyme gives it a distinctly Caribbean taste.

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Ingredients:

Makes 4 Servings

Salsa
2 cups (about 3/4 pound) watermelon, seeded, rind removed
2 cups (about 3/4 pound) pineapple, peeled and cored
1/3 cup roasted red peppers, seeded, ribs removed, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried)
1/4 teaspoon each salt and freshly ground black pepper

Pork Chops
2 Tablespoons ground cumin
2 Tablespoons dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon each salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 bone-in, center-cut pork chops, each 1 1/2 inches thick, rinsed and patted dry
Vegetable or canola oil for brushing grill

Directions:

1.

Cut the watermelon and pineapple into 1/2-inch pieces. Put in medium-size bowl or container and add red peppers, thyme and salt and pepper. Mix well. Cover bowl with Saran™ Premium Wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour.
2.

Mix the cumin, thyme, salt and pepper reserved for the pork chops together in a small bowl. Rub mixture onto both sides of each chop. Seal tightly in a 1-gallon Ziploc® brand Storage Bag and let marinate in refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
3.

An hour before cooking, remove pork chops from refrigerator to bring them to room temperature. Brush grill with vegetable oil and heat to medium-high.
4.

Grill pork chops until they are done medium-well, about 6 to 8 minutes per side, turning once.
5.

Remove chops from grill and let rest 5 to 10 minutes on cutting board or platter before serving. Spoon salsa on top and serve.

Chef's Note:

The salsa can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in a Ziploc® brand container.

Save time on the salsa by buying precut pineapple and watermelon chunks. That way, you can also buy the exact amount you need for the dish.

Main Title Grilled Pork Chops with Watermelon-Pineapple Salsa

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Grilled Pork Chops with Watermelon-Pineapple Salsa