Best 13 Pork Chops Cubano With Garlic Citrus Sauce Recipes

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Pork chops are a versatile cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. One popular method is to grill them, which gives them a smoky flavor and crispy grill marks. Pork chops cubanos are a Cuban-inspired dish made with grilled pork chops that are topped with a garlic citrus sauce. The sauce is bright and tangy, with a hint of sweetness and a touch of heat, and it perfectly complements the savory pork chops. This dish is easy to make and can be ready in under an hour, making it a great option for a weeknight meal.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

PORK CHOPS CUBANO WITH GARLIC-CITRUS SAUCE



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A crunchy and tasty coating of garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, cilantro and cereal creates memorable baked chops with a garlic and citrus sauce.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup Fiber One™ original bran cereal
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 pork loin chops, 1/2 inch thick (4 oz each)
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and crush with rolling pin or meat mallet (or crush in food processor).
  • In shallow dish, mix cereal, 1 tablespoon cilantro, 1 teaspoon garlic, the orange peel, onion powder, oregano, cumin and pepper. Dip pork chops into buttermilk; coat completely with cereal mixture. Place on cookie sheet.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until pork is no longer pink in center.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook 1 tablespoon garlic in oil about 1 minute, stirring occasionally, until golden. Stir in lime and orange juices. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in 2 tablespoons cilantro. Cover; refrigerate until serving time. Serve with pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

PORK CHOPS CUBANO WITH GARLIC-CITRUS SAUCE



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A crunchy and tasty coating of garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, cilantro and Panko breadcrumbs* creates memorable baked chops with a tasty garlic-citrus sauce * the original recipe used bran cereal for the crunch, I always use Panko for mine! You may substitute bran cereal for the fiber if you wish. This is a recipe that should please anybody who loves pork chops as much as hubby and me! Lots of crunch, moist succulent chops and a dreamy garlic and citrus sauce that goes oh so well with the the taste of pork. FDA now states that it is safe to cook chops, pork loins and roasts to 145 degrees F. This will give you a slightly pink center and much juicer meat! However, ground pork should still be cooked well to 165 degress F. the same as ground beef. ENJOY!

Provided by Patty Ward @homecook373100

Categories     Fruit Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cup(s) panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon(s) fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 teaspoon(s) finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoon(s) grated orange peel
1 teaspoon(s) onion powder
1 teaspoon(s) dried oregano leaves, crushed between palms
1 teaspoon(s) cumin
1/2 teaspoon(s) freshly ground black pepper - more or less to taste.
1/2 - 1 cup(s) buttermilk
4 - (4- 4oz) pork loin chops, 1/2-inch thick
- garlic-citrus sauce:
2 teaspoon(s) olive oil
1 tablespoon(s) finely chopped garlic
1/4 cup(s) lime juice
2 tablespoon(s) orange juice
2 tablespoon(s) fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Place Panko bread crumbs seasoned with 1 tsp salt, pepper, cumin and mix in 1 TBL cilantro, 1 tsp garlic, the orange peel, onion powder, 1 tsp ground oregano 1 tsp ground cumin and pepper set aside in a shallow dish. eg: 9 X 9 baking dish.
  • Place buttermilk into another shallow pan.
  • Dip pork loin chops into buttermilk; coat completely with the Panko mixture. Place on the cookie sheet.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes or until pork is no longer pink in center. The "new rules" state that pork may now be cooked with a slightly pink center to only 145 degrees F. That is how I cook mine. or use a meat thermometer if you feel more comfortable using that. You just want to have the most succulent, juicy chops. Not too dry!
  • Meanwhile in a 1 quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook 1 TBLS garlic in oil about 1 minute, stirring occasionally, until golden. Stir in lime and orage juices. Heat to boiling stirrings occasionall. Remove from heat; stir 2 TBLS chopped fresh cilantro. Cover; refrigerate until serving time. Serve with pork loin chops. You can double this recipe if you like.

SLOW-COOKER CUBAN PORK



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 7h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro (leaves and tender stems), roughly chopped, plus more for topping
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 bone-in pork chops (3/4 inch thick; about 2 1/4 pounds)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 oranges, halved
1 cup white rice
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Toss the onion, bell pepper, cilantro and garlic with 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Rub the pork chops with the cumin, 3/4 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper; add to the slow cooker. Drizzle with the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil, squeeze in the juice of 1 orange and add the squeezed orange halves. Cover and cook on low until the pork is very tender, 7 to 8 hours.
  • Cook the rice as the label directs, sprinkling the peas on top of the rice during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Remove the pork chops to a bowl; discard the bones and orange halves and shred the meat with 2 forks. Stir the vinegar and the juice of 1/2 orange into the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper; add the juice from the remaining 1/2 orange to taste.
  • Return the pork to the slow cooker. Fluff the rice with a fork, stirring in the peas. Serve the pork with the rice; top with cilantro.

CUBAN PORK CHOPS WITH MOJO



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup plus 1/4 cup orange juice, divided
1/2 cup plus 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, divided
1/4 cup white vinegar
4 (1-inch-thick) bone-in pork chops
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 cup white wine
1 cup watercress, for garnish
1 Roma tomato, chopped, for garnish
1/2 avocado, sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag, combine 1 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup lime juice, and vinegar. Add pork and let it sit and marinate for about 1 hour in refrigerator.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine all dried spices. Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel and rub with the dry spice mixture.
  • Heat oil in a large saute pan over high heat. Place the pork chops in the pan and sear on 1 side until brown. Flip over and turn the heat down to medium-low. Add onion and saute for 2 minutes. Then add the garlic and continue to cook until garlic begins to brown. Pour in the remaining 1/4 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lime juice, and white wine. Simmer until the liquid is slightly reduced and begins to thicken. The chops should be cooked through.
  • Remove the chops from pan and put on a warm plate. Continue to reduce juices in pan by half. Pour over the chops and serve immediately.
  • Garnish with watercress, tomatoes and avocado.

CUBAN CITRUS GARLIC SAUCE



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Not sure if this is authentic as a Mojo or not- has cilantro. Sounds good for pork and other things too!

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup olive oil
6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced crosswise
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
4 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1/8-1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oil in saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and cook until fragrant and pale golden brown., 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in juices, a bit less than 1/4 cup water, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a rolling boil.
  • Adjust seasoning.
  • Cool to room temperature, then stir in cilantro.
  • Stir well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 701.3, Fat 72.6, SaturatedFat 10, Sodium 1561.4, Carbohydrate 16.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.9, Protein 1.8

PORK CHOPS IN GARLIC MUSHROOM SAUCE



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This recipe is my twist on a fancy restaurant meal we got on Valentine's Day. The recipe has half the amount of garlic than was originally used. Hope everyone else enjoys it just as much as we do. Garnish with fresh parsley, chives, or thyme leaves.

Provided by April Broxton

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Boneless

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds boneless pork chops
½ teaspoon paprika
1 pinch kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup butter, divided
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth

Steps:

  • Season both sides of pork chops with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; add 2 tablespoons butter. Sear pork chops until golden brown and no longer pink in the center, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Remove pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
  • Melt remaining butter in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until golden and excess moisture evaporates, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and mustard; cook until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add flour to the skillet, stirring to remove any lumps. Slowly add beef broth, whisking until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring often, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Check for seasoning again.
  • Return pork chops to the skillet and cook until heated through, about 1 minute. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Cholesterol 53.9 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 332.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

PORK CHOPS WITH CITRUS SAUCE



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I'm constantly on the lookout for ways to "spice up" a standard dish. When I fixed these pork chops for the first time, my husband-who has a hearty appetite for down-home cooking-commented, "You can make this anytime!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 medium navel orange
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 whole cloves
1 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chops in oil on both sides. Add water, paprika, and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer about 35 minutes, turning once. , Meanwhile, grate peel from the stem end of the orange, then cut six slices from the other end. Set aside. In a saucepan over medium-high, combine 1 tablespoon peel, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and cloves. Stir in juice. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Add the orange slices; cover and remove from the heat. Serve chops with sauce and orange slices.

Nutrition Facts :

CUBAN-STYLE PORK CHOPS



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These are like Cuban sandwiches without the bread, so they're a bit more elegant. Let your family customize the chops with pickles, mustard and other condiments. -Erica Allen, Tuckerton, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)
4 slices deli ham (about 3 ounces)
4 slices Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Optional: Mayonnaise, additional Dijon mustard and thinly sliced dill pickles

Steps:

  • Mix mustard, lime juice and adobo seasoning. Lightly pound pork chops with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness; spread both sides with mustard mixture. Refrigerate, covered, 3-4 hours., Grill pork, covered, over medium heat 3 minutes. Turn pork and top with ham; grill 2 minutes longer. Top with cheese and cilantro; grill, covered, 30-60 seconds longer or until cheese is melted and a thermometer inserted in chops reads 145°. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with mayonnaise, mustard and pickles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 700mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED PORK CHOPS WITH GARLIC LIME SAUCE



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Categories     Pork     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Backyard BBQ     Lime     Summer     Healthy     Cilantro     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
6 (1/2-inch-thick) boneless pork chops

Steps:

  • Whisk together lime juice, garlic, red-pepper flakes, and 1/4 teaspoon salt, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking well. Whisk in cilantro.
  • Prepare a gas grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-high heat. Pat pork dry and season with salt and pepper. Oil grill rack, then grill pork chops, covered, turning over once, until just cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes total. Serve drizzled with some vinaigrette, and with remainder on the side.

CREAMY CITRUS SAUCE PORK CHOPS



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Boneless center cut pork chops cooking in a citrusy sauce. Suprizingly easy and done in under 45 minutes! I like this recipe because it is quick and the kids gobble it up. The sauce is really good and can be poured over rice as a side dish too. I found the base of this recipe 15 years ago when I first started to cook. I have added to it and made it my own. Makes great leftovers.

Provided by AmyNoelle513

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 6 chops, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 -6 pork chops (boneless and thick)
1 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons orange zest
1/2 cup white wine (go for a sweet one)
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup (I use the low fat or sodium)
salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • Chop onion and set aside.
  • Heat oil in large high sided pan over medium heat.
  • Salt and pepper each chop, put in hot oil.
  • Cook about 3 minutes on each side or until nicely browned.
  • To the pan add the orange juice, zest, onion, and white wine.
  • Reduce heat to low (simmer) cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  • After 15 minutes remove pork chops from pan. Put them on a serving platter and cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Add the cream of mushroom soup to the pan and whisk constantly over Medium heat until the sauce is thickened.
  • Pour over chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.6, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 137.3, Sodium 635.5, Carbohydrate 16, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 8.2, Protein 43.3

PORK WITH TANGY CITRUS SAUCE



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 oranges
1/3 cup fresh lime juice (from 4 limes) plus wedges for serving
4 boneless pork loin chops (1 pound total)
Coarse salt and pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
Sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Finely grate zest from one orange into a small bowl, then squeeze 1 cup juice from oranges. Stir in lime juice. Set aside.
  • Season pork with salt and pepper, then press in flour to coat, shaking off excess. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high until shimmering. Add pork and cook until golden brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining tablespoon oil. Add onion, season with salt, and cook, scraping up browned bits, until crisp-tender, 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute, stirring.
  • Add juices and zest and bring to a boil and cook until reduced by 1/4 about 3 minutes. Stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar, if desired. Return pork to pan and simmer until sauce is slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.

PORK CHOPS WITH SPICY CITRUS MARINADE



Pork Chops with Spicy Citrus Marinade image

Categories     Citrus     Herb     Pork     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
a pinch cayenne, or to taste
two 1-inch-thick rib or loin pork chops (about 1/2 pound each)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves

Steps:

  • In a shallow baking dish whisk together orange juice, black pepper, chili powder, paprika, cayenne, and salt to taste. Add pork to marinade, turning to coat, and marinate at room temperature 20 minutes.
  • In a non-stick skillet cook pork in marinade, covered, over moderately high heat 6 minutes on each side, or until just cooked through. Sprinkle pork with coriander.

CITRUS-GLAZED PORK CHOPS WITH GINGERY BOK CHOY



Citrus-Glazed Pork Chops With Gingery Bok Choy image

Rich pork makes a perfect companion to tart oranges in this tasty weeknight meal. The bold, bright, citrusy sauce demands a robust cut of meat, so pick well-marbled, thick-cut pork chops with a nice fat cap. A dry rub of brown sugar creates a caramelized layer that lends depth to the pan sauce, and the gingery bok choy adds a delightful bit of freshness. This is quite a meal on its own, but you can steam some brown or white rice for a starchy side. Slice the pork to serve, and drizzle the pan sauce over everything.

Provided by Yewande Komolafe

Categories     dinner, weekday, meat, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 pound large or baby bok choy
2 tablespoons neutral oil, like canola or grapeseed, plus more as needed
3 (1 1/2-inch-thick) bone-in pork loin chops (about 2 1/2 pounds)
1 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 whole orange, cut in half crosswise, seeds removed, plus 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
4 shallots, peeled and quartered
4 garlic cloves, smashed

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the ginger and rice vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Trim the bok choy and cut into 3- to 4-inch pieces, if large, or cut down the middle lengthwise, if using baby bok choy. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add the bok choy to the pan, cut-side down, if using baby bok choy, and sear on one side until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add additional oil, if necessary. Flip to cook on the other side until just tender, about 1 minute. Transfer bok choy to the ginger marinade and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Rub both sides of the pork chops with the brown sugar and season generously with salt. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the skillet over medium heat. Arrange chops and orange halves in the skillet, cut-side down. Sear one side of the pork (without moving it) until deep brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Flip the pork but leave the orange undisturbed. Cook on medium-low until the pork is browned on both sides and the orange halves are charred, 4 to 5 minutes. Move the orange to a serving platter and the pork to a plate.
  • Add the shallots and garlic to skillet and cook until softened and starting to brown, about 3 minutes. Add all the pork chops and any accumulated juices back to the pan, overlapping if necessary. Add the orange juice and 1/4 cup water. Bring the liquid to a simmer, swirling the pan to release any bits stuck to the bottom. Cover and cook for 3 minutes, then uncover and cook until the pork is cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer the cooked chops to a board and allow the sauce to continue cooking until reduced and sticky, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer the bok choy to the serving platter. Slice the pork and transfer to the platter along with any accumulated juices from the meat. Spoon the pan sauce and squeeze the caramelized orange halves over the top.

Tips:

  • To ensure the pork chops are cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should reach 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, 155°F (68°C) for medium, or 165°F (74°C) for well-done.
  • If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can check the doneness of the pork chops by cutting into one of them. The meat should be slightly pink in the center for medium-rare, or cooked through with no pink for well-done.
  • To make the garlic-citrus sauce, use fresh oranges and lemons for the best flavor. You can also use bottled citrus juice, but the sauce will not be as flavorful.
  • If you don't have any orange or lemon zest, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of ground orange or lemon peel instead.
  • The garlic-citrus sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, simply reheat it over low heat until warmed through.
  • Serve the pork chops with the garlic-citrus sauce, rice, and vegetables for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Pork chops cubano with garlic-citrus sauce is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork chops are juicy and tender, and the sauce is bright and tangy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and delicious meal, give this recipe a try.

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