Chuletas Ahumadas (Smoked Pork Chops)

Ingredients

• For the Pork Chops:
• 4 smoked pork chops (chuletas ahumadas)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lime or orange juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 tsp adobo seasoning
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp oregano
• 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
• For the Glaze (Optional but Delicious!):
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp pineapple juice or orange juice
• For Serving:
• White rice or arroz mamposteao
• Tostones or maduros
• Avocado slices

Instructions

1. 11️⃣ Prepare the Pork Chops:
2. 21️⃣ Season the Pork Chops – In a bowl, mix olive oil, citrus juice, garlic, adobo, black pepper, oregano, and paprika. Coat the chuletas ahumadas evenly and let sit for 15 minutes. 🥩🍋
3. 32️⃣ Cook the Chuletas Ahumadas:
4. 41️⃣ Preheat the Pan or Grill – Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil. 🔥
5. 52️⃣ Sear the Pork Chops – Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and heated through. 🥩🔥
6. 63️⃣ Prepare the Glaze (Optional but Amazing!):
7. 71️⃣ Melt Butter – In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in honey, mustard, and pineapple/orange juice. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes. 🍍🍯🔥
8. 82️⃣ Glaze the Pork Chops – Brush the glaze over the chuletas ahumadas during the last minute of cooking for extra caramelization. 🥩✨
9. 94️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
10. 101️⃣ Plate the Dish – Serve hot with rice, tostones, and avocado slices. Garnish with a squeeze of lime juice. 🍋🔥