Grilled Jalapeno Pork Skewers with Tropical Salsa

Jalapeños are the most popular chile peppers in the US. This is probably due to the availability and versatility of the chile. Jalapeños have a balanced combination of flavor and heat. The demand for these have caused breeders to develop a broad range of varieties.

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Serves 4.

Ingredients

TROPICAL SALSA
3 tablespoons jalapeno (or red pepper) jelly, warmed slightly
1 garlic clove, minced
pinch of salt
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 oranges, peeled, segmented & chopped
2 kiwi fruit, peeled and chopped
1/2 pineapple, peeled, cored & chopped
1/2 small red onion, diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (coriander)

JALAPENO PORK SKEWERS
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 teaspoons brown sugar
pinch salt and freshly ground pepper
20 oz (566g) centre cut pork chops
5 to 6 jalapeno peppers, thickly sliced
10 to 12 (8-inch/20cm) skewers

Instructions
To make the salsa: combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Cover & store in the fridge until ready to use.

To make the skewers: Combine soy sauce, garlic, oil and sugar in a re-sealable plastic bag or a large, shallow dish.

Cut the pork into 1 inch (2.5cm) wide and 1/4 inch (6mm) thick strips. Add pork to soy marinade; mix to coat. Marinate in the fridge 30 minutes if time permits.

Thread jalapeno slices and pork, accordion style onto skewers. Cook skewers on a hot, greased bbq grill 3 to 4 minutes per side until pork is cooked to medium (you still want a little pink inside).

Place skewers on individual plates or serving platter and spoon over salsa. Serve any extra salsa in a separate bowl.

Recipe from thefreshaussie.com