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Chuletas de Cerdo en Achiote (Achiote/Chile Marinated Pork Chops)

Pork chops marinated in a bright red achiote marinade
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 14 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinate Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 24 minutes
Servings 6 Servings

Equipment

  • Grill

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces of achiote paste crumbled
  • 1 full teaspoon of red pepper flakes
  • 2 cloves garlic sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chile ancho powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon peppercorns
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • 3 pounds bone on pork chops

Instructions

  • In the blender, combine all of the ingredients for the marinade. Blend on high until smooth. You may have to pulse it a few times to make sure you get all the garlic and peppercorns broken down. Pour marinade over the pork, either in a baking dish or a heavy plastic storage bag. Marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Remove the pork from refrigerator at least 30 minutes before you are ready to cook. Prepare your grill and heat to medium/high heat. Brush grates with oil. Cook/grill the pork chops for a total of 8 to 10 minutes, turning as needed during cooking time. Internal temperature of the pork should read 145 degrees.
  • Remove from grill onto plate. Cover loosely with foil paper and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Yields 6 servings

Notes

Oven Method: Follow directions up until you are ready to cook the chops. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place a large oven proof skillet or cast iron pan in oven while it preheats. Have the large burner  on stove top ready at medium heat. When oven reaches 400 degrees, remove pan carefully and place on lit burner. Sear the chops for 3 to 4 minutes. Turn over and place pork in pan back into the oven. Roast for an additional 7 to 10 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 145 degrees F. Remove from oven, tent loosely with foil and let rest for a few minutes before serving.