Bolivian Spiced Pork Chops

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This is great rub for pork chops! be prepared for some real spice if you use the full 1/2 tbl of red pepper, i usually cut it back to about 1/2 tsp instead. this originally appeared in a south beach diet cookbook and is one of our favorites!!

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350.

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In a large ziplock bag combine cumin , cardamom , coriander , red pepper , lemon peel , salt , and pepper.

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Place pork chops in bag one at a time and rub spices evenly over both sides.

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Heat a skillet to medium-high heat.

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Add the oil and sear the chops on both sides.

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After they brown , put them on a half-sheet pan and finish them in the oven to desired tenderness.

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For thick chops , plan on 45 min to 1 hour.

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Cover with foil if tops seem to be getting too done.

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Ingredients

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ground cumin, ground cardamom, ground coriander, ground red pepper, lemon peel, kosher salt, pepper, pork loin chops, garlic oil