Ingredients:
3 dried ancho peppers, stem & seeds removed ( you can substitute 3 tbsp chili powder but not as good)
1 medium onions, chopped
1/2 cup tomato sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cumin
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 pork loin chops, 1/2 ” thick and trimmed of fat
lettuce leaves (optional)
radishes, roses (optional)
avocados (optional)
sour cream (optional)
Directions:
After cleaning the ancho peppers cut them into small pieces (use scissors) and pour boiling water over them and soak for 1 hour or until they are pliable Adobo Sauce: In a blender or food processor place the onion, tomatoe sauce, vinegar, flour, oregano, cumin, garlic and adobo peppers (or chili), season with a bit of salt and process until smooth Pour the sauce in a skillet.
Place chops in the sauce, turn over to coat the chops.
Simmer covered for apprx 45 minutes or until the chops are tender.
If using garnish arrand the chops on a platter on lettuce lettuce leaves and decorate with sliced avacado, radish roses and a bit of sour cream.
Servings: 4
Time preparation: 70 min.
Time total: 115 min.