Seared Pork Chops with Mango Salsa

6 steps · 45 min total

1. 01

   Mix Dry Rub and Season Pork

   Combine the cumin, mustard powder, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 tablespoon salt, and 2 teaspoons black pepper in a bowl. Rub this mixture all over the pork chops, making sure they're well coated. Let them rest in the fridge for about 10 minutes while you prep the salsa.
2. 02

   Prep Salsa Ingredients

   Dice the mango, bell pepper, onion, scallions, and tomato. Chop the cilantro. Set all these aside in a bowl for the salsa.
3. 03

   Sear Pork Chops

   Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add the seasoned pork chops and sear them for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until they have a golden-brown crust.
4. 04

   Rest Pork, Finish Salsa

   Remove the pork chops from the pan and let them rest on a cutting board for 5 to 8 minutes. This helps the juices redistribute, keeping them tender.

   While the pork rests, take your bowl of prepped salsa ingredients. Squeeze in the juice of a whole lime, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. 05

   Mix Salsa

   Stir the salsa ingredients thoroughly to combine everything and distribute the lime juice and seasoning.
6. 06

   Serve with Salsa

   Plate each pork chop and spoon a generous amount of the fresh mango salsa over the top.