2 chipotle chiles, dried
6 pork loin or rib chops, *
1/2 cup frozen orange juice, thawed
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tbsp orange peel, grated
1 tsp salt
1 clove garlic
1 orange, medium, **
Directions
* Pork chops should be cut about 1/2-inch thick. ** Orange should
be cut into 6 wedges.
Servings: 6 servings
Citrus-Marinated Pork Chops Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Fruit; Meat; Pork
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We hope you enjoy this Citrus Marinated Pork Chops recipe.
