posted by Terrytx 09-08-100 12:54 PM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Grilled Pork Chops with Chipotle Butter
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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Grilling Pork
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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8 loin pork chops, at least 1-inch thick
2 tablespoons Chipotle Spice Rub or commercial chile powder
Chipotle Butter:
1/4 pound salted butter (1 stick)
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 chipotle en adobo, seeded and chopped, or 1 tablespoon chipotle
powder or 1 tablespoon dried chipotle puree
Chipotle Spice Rub:
1/4 cup ancho or other chile powder
1/4 cup chipotle chile powder
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons granulated garlic or garlic powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
To make Chipotle Spice Rub, combine the ingredients and mix well. The rub will keep in a jar for a month.
To make Chipotle Butter, melt the butter in a small pan, or microwave it for 30 seconds in a small bowl. Stir in the lime and chipotle.
Slash the edges of fat around the chops in a few places to prevent curling. Sprinkle both sides generously with spice rub or chile powder.
Prepare the grill for indirect grilling.
Place the chops over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes to sear and mark the meat. Watch out for flare-ups; move to a cooler spot if necessary. Turn, brush with Chipotle Butter and grill for 3 minutes more. Turn the chops and move them to the unheated part of the grill; brush again with Chipotle Butter.
Test for doneness with an instant-read thermometer (150 degrees F is done) or cut into one chop. The meat should be lightly pink and still juicy. Cook longer if necessary, basting occasionally with Chipotle Butter,
loosely covering with foil.
Remove the chops to a platter, brush with more Chipotle Butter and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.