PINA COLADA PORK CHOPS WITH TROPICAL FRUIT SALSA

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These zesty chops with kiwi, banana and avocado salsa are a one-way ticket to the tropics. The grilled pork and fruit make a perfect pair. -Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 can (10 ounces) frozen nonalcoholic pina colada mix, thawed and divided
4 bone-in pork loin chops (15 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons cold butter
SALSA:
2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 medium banana, finely chopped
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and finely chopped
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Place 3/4 cup pina colada mix in a shallow dish. Add pork; turn to coat. Refrigerate at least 1 hour., Drain pork, discarding marinade. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium-high heat, or broil 4 in. from heat, until a thermometer reads 145°, about 6-8 minutes on each side. Let stand 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine broth, remaining pina colada mix, lemon juice, lime juice and cayenne. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, until liquid is slightly thickened, 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat. Whisk in butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, until creamy. If needed, return pan briefly to very low heat to soften the butter. (Do not allow butter to melt completely or sauce may separate.), Mix salsa ingredients. Slice pork chops; serve with salsa and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 373mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

Sikandriii Sahib
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Yum!


Abdul Rasheed Abdul Rasheed 01
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The pork chops are fall-off-the-bone tender and the salsa is so refreshing.


Tang Armand
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I'm allergic to pineapple, so I substituted mango in the salsa. It was still delicious!


Nissanka Jayakodi
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. The pork chops can be grilled or baked, and the salsa can be made ahead of time.


Sreejith KV
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but I loved this recipe. The marinade made the pork chops so tender and flavorful.


Learn
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tropical fruit. I had some mango, pineapple, and papaya that were about to go bad, so I threw them all into the salsa. It turned out great!


Eric Foerschler
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Amazing!


Alana Garcia
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my pork chops didn't turn out as flavorful as I had hoped. I think I'll try marinating them overnight next time.


Ian Ssebugwawo
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The pork chops were a bit dry, but the salsa was delicious.


Mariam Saif
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the tropical fruit salsa was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.