Chinese Spiced Pork Chops

If you're looking for something a little different to add to your repertoire, look no further.  These pork chops are marinated in a Chinese 5 spice mix blend, making them warm with the flavor of star anise, cinnamon and other seasonings.  The chops shown here are boneless, but you could use bone-in chops if need be - however, you may have to adjust cooking times accordingly. This recipe assumes you are using boneless pork chops.  Serve with rice or sautéed vegetables (or with a green salad, as featured in the photo).

Chinese Spiced Pork Chops

4 large pork chops, about 7 oz. each

1 tbsp. Chinese 5 spice powder

2 tbsp. reduced sodium soy sauce

2 tbsp. garlic infused olive oil

Arrange the pork chops on a non-metallic roasting pan or baking dish.

Sprinkle the 5 spice powder over the chops, then drizzle over the soy sauce and garlic infused oil.  Alternatively, mix together the oil, soy sauce and 5 spice powder, and pour over the chops.

Using your hands, rub the mixture into the meat.  Cover with plastic wrap & chill for 2 hours.

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.  Uncover the dish and bake for 30 - 40 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and tender.  Serve immediately with the aforementioned sides.