Name: Grilled Pork Chops with Anise-Seed Rub and Mango Mojo
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 mango, peeled and coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1 large garlic clove; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh jalapeño (including seeds); 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon anise seeds; 3/4 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 4 (3/4-inch-thick) loin pork chops, trimmed

Grilled Pork Chops with Anise-Seed Rub and Mango MojoRomulo Yanes

Our Cuban-style mango mojo could enhance any grilled meat, as could the anise-seed rub. Adding our grilled asparagus and herbed bulgur creates a well-rounded meal, but rice and green beans or broccoli would also work.

Active time: 25 min Start to finish: 35 min

Cooks' note:

• If your grill doesn't have a cover, use an inverted metal roasting pan.

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