GRILLED PORK WITH FIERY SALSA / POC CHUC

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Grilled Pork With Fiery Salsa / Poc Chuc image

Number Of Ingredients 16

FOR CURING THE PORK:
1 piece pork loin, boneless, tenderloin, or chops
3 tablespoons salt, coarse (kosher or sea)
1 cup water
FOR THE PICKLED ONION:
1 red onion, large, peeled, root end left intact
1 cup orange juice, fresh and sour or 3/4 cup fresh lime juice plus 1/4 cup fresh regular orange juice
2 teaspoons salt
FOR THE SALSA CHILTOMATE:
2 tomatoes, fresh, ripe, medium sized
1 to 3 habanero or scotch bonnet chiles
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped fresh
3 tablespoons orange juice, fresh and sour or 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice plus 1/2 tablespoon fresh regular orange juice
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
8 flour tortillas (6 inches or larger), for serving

Steps:

  • 1. To obtain 4 broad sheets of meat about 1/4 inch thick, butterfly the pork according to the directions for butterflying pork tenderloin.2. Combine the salt and water in a shallow bowl and whisk until the salt is dissolved. Add the pork pieces to the brine, cover, and let marinate for 15 minutes, turning the pieces once or twice to make sure all are equally exposed to the brine. Drain and refrigerate until ready to cook.3. Preheat the grill to high.4. Cut the onion into 8 wedges. Do not trim away the root end on each wedge it will help hold the wedge together as it grills. When ready to cook, oil the grill grate. Arrange the wedges on the hot grate and grill, turning with tongs, until nicely charred on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. 5. Trim off the root ends of the onions and transfer them to a small serving bowl stir in the sour orange juice and salt. Let the onions marinate at least 10 minutes. 6. Meanwhile, arrange the tomatoes and chiles on the grate and grill, turning with tongs, until nicely charred on all sides, about 8 to 12 minutes in all. The idea is to char the skins without cooking the vegetables through. Transfer the tomatoes and chiles to a plate to cool, 5 minutes.7. Combine the cooled tomatoes and chiles with the garlic in a blender or food processor and process to a coarse purée. Add the cilantro, sour orange juice, and salt and process just to mix. Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl.8. Just before serving, oil the grill grate and add 20 fresh coals, if necessary, to bump up the heat. Arrange the pork on the hot grate and grill, turning with tongs, until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Press the pieces against the grate with the back of a metal spatula to make well-defined grill marks. Transfer the pork to a platter. Place the tortillas on the grate, just to warm, about 20 seconds per side. Serve the pork, accompanied by the grilled pickled onions, salsa, and a basket of warmed tortillas.Serves 4

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aayush pandey
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I love the smoky flavor that the grilled pork has.


Theresa Gann
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pork. It's also a really easy recipe to follow.


Lolo Awad
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious dish.


Nasvar Khan
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook pork, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's easy to make and full of flavor.


Muzammil G
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork. It's also a really easy recipe to follow. I made it for a weeknight dinner, and it was a big hit with my family.


Jackie Green
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook pork, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I'll definitely be making it again.


Hassnain Altaf
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I love the smoky flavor that the grilled pork has. It's the perfect complement to the spicy salsa.


bierDuck
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pork. It's also a really easy recipe to follow. I made it for a weeknight dinner, and it was a big hit with my family.


Yolandi Bauermeester
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The pork was cooked perfectly, and the salsa was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nokubonga Ndlovu
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I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the pork and the salsa. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.


md jasim
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This is one of my favorite pork recipes. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I love the combination of the tender pork and the spicy salsa.


Preeti Bala
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook pork, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The pork was cooked perfectly, and the salsa was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Precious Chipeta
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious dish. I especially love the smoky flavor that the grilled pork has.


Joy Casares
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the salsa is always flavorful. I like to serve it with rice and beans.


Seme Moni
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pork. It's also a really easy recipe to follow. I made it for a potluck, and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


Janet Anakwa
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The pork was cooked to perfection, and the salsa had just the right amount of heat for me. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jaylen Mabry
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Wow! This dish was an explosion of flavors in my mouth. The pork was tender and juicy, and the fiery salsa added just the right amount of heat. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it, and I'm sure I'll be makin