Spicy Pineapple-Glazed Pork Chops with Caramelized Plantains

Spicy Pineapple-Glazed Pork Chops

Ingredients:

• 4 pork chops (1-1.5 inches thick)
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a blender or food processor, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Blend until smooth.
3. Place the pork chops in a shallow dish and brush with the pineapple glaze. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.

Cooking:

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the pork chops from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off.
2. Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side, then transfer them to a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Caramelized Plantains:

• 4 ripe plantains
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• Salt, to taste

1. Slice the plantains into 1-inch rounds.
2. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the plantain slices and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until caramelized.

Steamed Bok Choy:

• 1 head bok choy
• Salt, to taste

1. Cut the bok choy into quarters.
2. Steam the bok choy in a steamer basket over boiling water for 5-7 minutes, or until tender.

Assembly and Serving:

1. To serve, place a pork chop on each plate and top with a few slices of caramelized plantains and some steamed bok choy. Garnish with chopped green onions and additional pineapple wedges, if desired.