Grilled Pork Chops with Apple and Onion Compote

Grilled pork chops with this sweet rub pairs wonderfully with a simple apple and onion compote. 

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Ingredients:

Pork Chops-

6 boneless pork chops

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon salt

1 tablespoon cinnamon

½ teaspoon cardamom

½ freshly ground nutmeg

¼ teaspoon ground ginger

Caramelized Onion Apple Compote-

1 sweet onion sliced

1 apple peeled and diced

1 tablespoon brown sugar

¼ teaspoon salt

½ tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Directions:

1. Mix sugar and spices in a small bowl.  Rub over both sides of pork chops.  Let pork chops rest until ready to cook.
2. Pre-heat Ninja grill or grill.
3. Grill 5-7 minutes per side. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
4. Compote-
5. Spray a nonstick pan with olive oil spray. Add onions and cook stirring frequently for 10 to 15 minutes. 
6. Reduce the heat to low.  Add brown sugar and salt.  Cook 10 more minutes,
7. Add the apples and apple cider vinegar.  Cook 10 minutes stirring occasionally.
8. Remove from heat.
9. Serve compote over pork chops. 
10. This tastes great with Lemon Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli (See recipe in Sides/Salads)