pork chops in apple jalapeno barbeque sauce

Recipe by
G F
Anywhere, AL

Grand prize winner 2011 Lucky Leaf pie filling contest. Another strange combination of flavors, but try it.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For pork chops in apple jalapeno barbeque sauce

  • 4
    center cut pork chops
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 can
    can apple pie filling (21 ounce)
  • 1/2 c
    chopped jalepenos (mild to spicey)
  • 1/2 c
    chopped onion
  • 1/2 c
    chopped cilantro
  • 2
    chilopte peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1 c
    apple cider vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp
    chili powder
  • 1 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 can
    tomatoe paste (6 ounce)
  • 1/4 c
    molasses
  • 2 Tbsp
    yellow mustard
  • 2 tsp
    worcestershire sauce

How To Make pork chops in apple jalapeno barbeque sauce

  • 1
    Pat dry chops and season with salt and pepper. In a heavy skillet heat olive oil. Sauté seasoned chops until browned, turning once; 8 minutes. Cover chops with sauce and simmer 15-20 additional minutes.
  • 2
    For sauce, mix pie filling with jalapenos, onion, cilantro, chipotles, vinegar, chili powder, cumin and salt in a heavy 2 quart sauce pan.
  • 3
    Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook 15 minutes until peppers are tender.
  • 4
    Remove from heat and using a hand blender or food processor puree until smooth.
  • 5
    Return to heat and add tomato sauce mixing until smooth.
  • 6
    Stir in molasses, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Cook an additional 15 minutes until sauce thickens. Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 weeks. Extra sauce can be used on any grilled meats.

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