For a delicious, quick accompaniment try our Creamy Parmesan Polenta .
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 2 servings
Ingredients
1 tablespoon cumin seeds, toasted and coarsely ground
1 tablespoon coriander seeds, toasted and coarsely ground
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 (3/4-inch-thick) pork chops
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
Garnish: lime wedges
Preparation
Step 1
Combine cumin, coriander, garlic, and 1 tablespoon oil. Pat pork chops dry and season with salt and pepper. Rub spice mixture on both sides of chops.
Step 2
Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook chops until just cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes on each side.
Step 3
Serve pork chops sprinkled with cilantro. Recipe may be doubled to serve 4.
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