Grilled Pork Chops with Sweet Plantains

Ingredients

• For the Pork Chops:
• 4 bone-in pork chops 🥩
• 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
• 1 tbsp orange juice 🍊
• 1 tbsp lime juice 🍋
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 tsp adobo seasoning
• 0.5 tsp smoked paprika 🌶️
• 0.5 tsp oregano 🌿
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• For the Sweet Plantains:
• 2 ripe plantains, peeled and sliced diagonally 🍌
• 1 tbsp butter 🧈
• 1 tbsp brown sugar 🍯
• 0.5 tsp cinnamon (optional) ✨
• 0.5 tsp salt 🧂
• For Garnish & Serving:
• Fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
• Lime wedges 🍋

Instructions

1. 1Prepare the Pork Chops
2. 21️⃣ Marinate the Pork – In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, adobo, paprika, oregano, and black pepper. Coat the pork chops evenly and let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor). 🥩🔥
3. 3Grill the Pork Chops
4. 42️⃣ Preheat the Grill – Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates. 🔥
5. 53️⃣ Grill the Pork – Cook the chops for 4-5 minutes per side until beautifully charred and the internal temp reaches 145°F (63°C). Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. 🥩✨
6. 6Caramelize the Sweet Plantains
7. 74️⃣ Melt the Butter – In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to combine. 🧈✨
8. 85️⃣ Cook the Plantains – Add the plantain slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and caramelized. 🍌🔥
9. 9Serve & Enjoy!
10. 106️⃣ Plate the Dish – Serve the grilled pork chops with the sweet plantains on the side. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime. 🍋🌿