Grilled Cuban Pork Chops ~ Citrus, onion and, herb marinated pork chops, then spiced rubbed and grilled.
When I was planning my meal, the first menu item was my version of Cuban spiced pork chops. They are so simple to make, but pack a punch of flavor. I enjoy my own food, obviously, but these chops, well, I bounced in my chair while eating due to the layers of citrus and spice. They are mild, no heat to speak of, but the cumin and oregano shines through and the combination of orange and lime juices meet it, and it is just a delightful combination. Add in the flavor of the grill, it’s down right delectable.The prep was quick, a minor amount of attention is needed during the marinating process. Add the rub, grill, and dinner is ready. I think this will be a hit with even your pickiest eater.
Dinner was served up with some fantastic side dishes.
Cilantro Lime Rice a mild rice made fragrant with lime and cilantro.
White Corn and Black Beans Fresh summer corn and black beans tossed with queso fresco.
Strawberry Salsa Sweet yet spicy salsa made from freshly picked strawberries.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops
Marinade
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 onion; sliced
- 3-5 garlic cloves; chopped
- 1 tbsp . fresh cilantro , chopped
Rub
- 1 tbsp . black pepper
- 1 tbsp . salt
- 1 tbsp . oregano
- 1 tbsp . onion powder
- 2 tbsp . cumin
- 11/2 tbsp . granulated garlic
Instructions
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In a large bowl, add the orange and lime juice, vinegar, onion, garlic and cilantro.
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Stir well and add the pork.
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Allow it to sit in the bowl for a minute and then add it to a gallon-size or large zip-seal bag.
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Place on a baking sheet.
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Allow the pork to marinate for one hour, flipping the bag every fifteen minutes.
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Add all the seasonings and spices to a bowl and blend them together well.
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Pre-heat the grill.
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After the pork chops have marinated for an hour, remove them from the bag and discard the liquid and onions.
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Pat the chops dry and apply the rub to both sides of the pork chops.
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Grill the chops on each side for 4-7 minutes, depending on how thick the chops are.
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Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve.
22 Comments
Vivian
June 25, 2014 at 12:09 pmThese look amazing. Keep these great recipes coming!
Michelle
June 26, 2014 at 1:21 amThank you Vivian, that is my goal! 🙂
Janice
June 25, 2014 at 12:14 pmThe marinade and rub remind me of carne asada – we will definitely be trying this one.
Michelle
June 26, 2014 at 1:22 amThank you Janice. It is very similar to a carne asada marinade and rub. Hope you enjoy it.
Laurie
June 25, 2014 at 12:35 pmLove Love love Mojo naranja! Ohhhhh when you marinate them and then add the rub! Fireworks of flavor and beyond imaginable tenderness. Absolutely through the roof Great post!!
Michelle
June 26, 2014 at 1:23 amThank you Laurie. They were beyond delicious.
Terri S
June 25, 2014 at 1:25 pmWow! These look fantastic! I love pork chops. Thank you for sharing.
Michelle
June 26, 2014 at 1:25 amIf you are a fan of pork chops, these must go into your recipe rotation. Utterly delicious. Thanks Terri.
Betty Holt
June 25, 2014 at 3:29 pmThe chops sound so good, I am going to try them.
Michelle
June 26, 2014 at 1:26 amThank you Betty! Let me know what you think when you make them.
Shannon
June 26, 2014 at 12:45 pmWow. I am sure that my husband would love these. Thank you for sharing.
Michelle
June 28, 2014 at 10:46 amShannon, I hope he loves them, hope you do too.
Ronald Gagnon
June 28, 2014 at 9:21 amI am a bachelor who does his own cooking…so thank you so much for what looks like a delicious recipie
Michelle
June 28, 2014 at 10:49 amRonald, you bachelors need to eat too! Glad you were able to find something you might enjoy. Thank you for stopping by.
Lovefoodies
March 21, 2015 at 9:43 amI am going to make this when we start BBQ in a couple of months. I bookmarked the recipe. It looks so delicious and I love Cuban food. So much flavour! Thanks for a super recipe 🙂
Michelle
March 21, 2015 at 10:09 amThank you LF, it’s really a terrific dish, lots of flavor.
susan @ the wimpy vegetarian
March 23, 2015 at 11:16 amI love Cuban food and often do a marinade similar to yours in the summer. It’s PERFECT with pork. GREAT recipe, Michelle!!
Michelle
March 23, 2015 at 12:34 pmThank you so much Susan!
Dan from Platter Talk
May 25, 2015 at 9:04 pmDrooling here and it’s 10:00 at night! Love the looks of these beauties!
Michelle
May 27, 2015 at 2:47 amGood, now you know how I feel every single time I am on your blog!
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