10 mins
Pineapple Turmeric Pork Chops
Pineapple Turmeric Pork Chops
PREP TIME
COOK TIME
30 mins
SERVES
4 people
COOKING NOTES
Whilst this controversial combination mightn’t be allowed on pizza, but the truth is that pineapple and pork really are best friends.
If you aren’t yet convinced – one bite of these sweet and spicy pork loin chops with fresh chilli and chunks of juicy charred pineapple will change your mind!
INGREDIENTS
4 Linley Valley Pork Loin Chops
4 slices pineapple, trimmed
½ cup pineapple juice
¼ cup honey
¼ cup cider vinegar
3 tbsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp chilli flakes
½ tsp toasted sesame oil
Juice of 1 lime
250g vermicelli rice noodles
½ cup mint leaves, torn
1 fresh red chilli, sliced
¼ cup crispy shallots
METHOD
- Whisk together the pineapple juice, honey, vinegar, mustard, chilli flakes, sesame oil, and turmeric to a small pot over medium heat. Simmer, swirling occasionally, until reduced to ¾ cup, 10–15 minutes. Divide the sauce in half – reserve one half for basting the pork chops, and mix the remaining half with lime juice and set aside.
- Prepare vermicelli rice noodles according to the instructions on the packet and set aside.
- Season pork chops with salt. Grill the chops and pineapple slices on a medium high heat until brown, about 3 minutes per side. Continue to grill, turning several times and basting with the pineapple sauce, until charred and coated with a thick layer of glaze, about 4 minutes.
- Transfer pork chops to a wire rack and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Add the noodles, mint, chilli, grilled pineapple and pork to a bowl, then dress with the lime juice mix. Finish with a sprinkle of crispy shallots and serve.