Grilled Spice-Rubbed Pork Chops with Scallion-Lime Rice Recipe
Liven up boneless pork chops with one of our fantastically flavorful spice rubs. Boneless pork chops make a great weeknight meal because they cook in minutes on the grill. (The spice rubs also work well with grilled chicken or pork tenderloin.) Add a hearty whole grain side dish and you’ve got a fast and filling summery meal for the whole family.
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Choose Your Rub
Spicy Rub: Combine 2 tsp. ancho chile powder, 2 tsp. dried oregano, 2 tsp. ground cumin, 1 tsp. kosher salt, 1⁄2 tsp. black pepper, and 1⁄2 tsp. cayenne pepper.
Makes about 3 Tbsp.
Smoky Rub: Combine 4 tsp. smoked paprika, 1 tsp. kosher salt, 3⁄4 tsp. black pepper, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1⁄2 tsp. onion powder, and 1⁄2 tsp. sugar.
Makes about 3 Tbsp.
Herb Rub: Combine 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano, 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, 2 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp. lemon zest, 1 tsp. kosher salt, and 3⁄4 tsp. black pepper.
Makes about 1⁄4 cup.