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Mesquite Grilled Pork Chops with Apple Salsa

By: ranger1 
"The Southwestern version of 'pork chops and applesauce.' They'll want the recipe!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.1 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (14)

What to Drink?
Wine Riesling
Cocktail Shaggy's Manhattan
Beer Beer
Chilled Non-Alcoholic Mock Champagne
Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
8 Min
Ready In:
3 Hrs 28 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) jar applesauce
  • 1 onions, quartered
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground white pepper
  • 4 pork chops
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup mesquite chips, soaked

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine applesauce, onion, jalapeno pepper, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and white pepper. Refrigerate several hours, or overnight.
  2. Season chops with garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
  4. Sprinkle soaked wood over coals, or place in the smoker box of a gas grill. Lightly oil grate, and place chops on grill. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or to desired doneness. Serve with applesauce salsa.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 384 | Total Fat: 26.7g | Cholesterol: 79mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by Don   view full review
The sauce also made a good marinade. I let the chops marinade overnight - added to the flavor...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2004 by MHAMBY   view full review
Yum! We loved this, but I did modify it slightly. I seasoned the chops first with an herb...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by MUNSTER05   view full review
Excellent recipe. Be careful with the jalepenos..only use one. Great flavor & easy to make....
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2008 by Albuquerque_cook   view full review
I gave this recipe 3 stars because I would have given the chops themselves 5 stars and the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2004 by MICHBAILEY   view full review
Nobody at our dinner table cared for this dish.
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 25, 2004 by NIBBLESX   view full review
I am looking for the perfect way to Barbeque pork chops - Way #1 - not my favourite so the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by ST1027   view full review
This is unbelievable ! It was surprizingly excellent! Just get good meat and it is no fail !
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on May 23, 2004 by MSULLY9901   view full review
Great recipe with lots of flavor. Will definitely make again!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2004 by JDVMD   view full review
I really liked these chops. They were simple to prepare and looked beautiful after grilling. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by Shannon   view full review
Easy recipe for a quick, delicious meal! I let a few drops of tabasco sauce marinate the chops...

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