Tag: pork

Mojo Pork Chops with Orange and Jicama Salad

I discovered mojo a long time ago. I don’t remember when exactly, I just remember that I liked it. A lot. What is mojo (pronounced MO-ho)? It’s a garlicky, citrusy sauce that’s often used as a marinade and a finishing sauce. It’s Latin-based and it’s always amazing, especially when served on or with pork. While… Continue reading Mojo Pork Chops with Orange and Jicama Salad

Earl Grey-Crusted Pork Loin with Fennel and Apples

I love tea. I’ve been drinking it since I was a child. I used to take it the way the English do, with milk and honey. But somewhere along the way I forwent the milk, and now I just drink it with honey. Sure I’ll add stuff to it every so often like lemon or… Continue reading Earl Grey-Crusted Pork Loin with Fennel and Apples

Blackeyed Peas with Bacon and Pork

Eating blackeyed peas on New Year’s Day is supposed to bring you good luck for the year, so a lot of people eat them as a side or as the main dish. One of the most popular choices out there is Hoppin’ John which is a blackeyed pea dish that’s made with ham hocks and… Continue reading Blackeyed Peas with Bacon and Pork

Oven-Roasted Pork with Rhubarbecue Sauce

As you all know I’m a big fan of rhubarb. I wait for it to appear all year and when it finally does I cook up a storm with it. While I enjoy making sweet things like muffins or parfaits, I also adore making savory rhubarb dishes, mainly because no one ever expects them. When… Continue reading Oven-Roasted Pork with Rhubarbecue Sauce