SANTA FE CHOPS WITH PINEAPPLE PEPPER SALSA

Santa Fe Chops with Pineapple Pepper Salsa image

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories Pork

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 pork chops (1 1/2 inches thick)
1/2 tsp salt (optional)
1 tsp black pepper
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp chili powder
SALSA
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, deveined and chopped
1 can(s) 19-oz. can pineapple tidbits, drained
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice

Steps:

1. Mix together 1/2 teaspoons salt, black pepper, cumin and chili powder. Spread mixture evenly over all surfaces of the chops; cover and refrigerate for 1-4 hours.
2. Meanwhile, prepare salsa by adding all salsa ingredients to a bowl and mix well. Cover and let rest at room temperature for an hour to blend flavors. Refrigerate for longer storage.
3. Grill chops over moderately high heat, lid closed, for 8 minutes. Turn chops and grill 7 minutes longer. Serve with salsa.