Cuban mojo marinated double cut pork chop recipe (12/16/16)

double cut pork chop

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork loin is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

orange juice

🥗Healthier: fresh orange segments

💰Cheaper: canned orange juice

Fresh segments provide fiber and are often cheaper.

Combine sour orange, olive oil, garlic, oregano, and cumin in a bowl to create the marinade.

Marinate the pork chop for 24 hours.

Season the pork chop with salt and black pepper before cooking.

Pan-fry the pork chop in olive oil for about 12 to 15 minutes, depending on thickness, until cooked to medium.

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