Pork Medallions with Summer Salsa

Jalapeno peppers add a bit of heat to the refreshing apricot-and-cucumber salsa served with these grilled boneless chops.


Pork Medallions with Summer Salsa

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Servings: Makes 8 servings.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 4 hrs 40 mins
 
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Ingredients
  • boneless pork loin chops, cut 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 inches thick (America's Cut)
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  • 1/4  cup
    lime juice
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  • 1/4  cup
    Worcestershire sauce
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  • 1/4  cup
    coarse-grain brown mustard or Dijon-style mustard
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  • 3  tablespoons
    vinegar
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  • 2  tablespoons
    water
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  • 1-1/2  teaspoons
    ground cumin
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  • 1/4  teaspoon
    salt
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  • 1/8  teaspoon
    pepper
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  • 1  recipe
    Summer Salsa (recipe follows)
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Directions
1.
Place the pork loin chops in a clean, heavy plastic bag. Set the bag in a large bowl. Combine the lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, vinegar, water, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pour over the pork in bag; seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours, turning occasionally.
2.
Remove the pork from the bag, reserving marinade. Grill* pork on an uncovered grill directly over medium coals for 20 to 30 minutes or until thermometer registers 160 degrees F, juices run clear, and meat is slightly pink in center; halfway through cooking turn and brush with marinade. Serve with Summer Salsa. Makes 8 servings.
3.
*To broil: Place pork on unheated rack of a broiler pan. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat for 22 to 24 minutes or until thermometer registers 160 degrees F and juices run clear, turning once halfway through cooking and brushing with marinade.

Summer Salsa
In a medium mixing bowl combine 1-1/2 cups chopped fresh apricots or peeled peaches; 3/4 cup chopped red or green sweet pepper; 3/4 cup chopped, seeded cucumber; 1/4 cup sliced green onion; 1 to 2 jalapeno peppers**, seeded and finely chopped; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons lime juice; and 1 tablespoon snipped fresh cilantro or parsley. Cover; chill for up to 4 hours, stirring once or twice. Serve with a slotted spoon. Makes about 2-1/2 cups salsa.

Note
Because hot chile peppers contain volatile oils that can burn your eyes, lips, and skin, avoid direct contact with them as much as possible. When working with chili peppers, cover your hands with plastic bags (or wear plastic or rubber gloves). Be sure to wash your hands well with soap and water before touching your eyes or face.

Nutrition information
Calories 248, Total Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 77 mg, Sodium 182 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 18%, Vitamin C 61%, Calcium 2%, Iron 11%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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