Asian Pork Chops With Chinese Paprika Sauce

Directions

1. To make the Pork Chops: In a small bowl combine soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and anise pwdr. Place pork chops in a large plastic resealable bag. Pour marinade over chops; close bag. Marinate in refrigerator for 2 to 3 hrs, turning occasionally.
2. Meanwhile, make the Sauce: In a 2-qt saucepan place chicken broth, roasted red peppers, apricots, garlic, and lemon zest. Simmer over low heat for 30 min, stirring occasionally.
3. In a blender or possibly food processor, puree till smooth and thickened. Adjust consistency by adding more chicken stock to thin or possibly using heat to reduce and thicken, as needed. Add in soy sauce, to taste. Keep hot.
4. Remove chops from bag; throw away marinade. Place chops in center of cooking grate. Grill 12 to 16 min for medium (160 degrees) or possibly 17 to 20 min for well-done (170 degrees), turning once halfway through grilling time.
5. Serve each chop with some sauce and jasmine rice.
6. This recipe yields 6 servings.
7. Wine Recommendation: A Gamay Beaujolais Nouveau will have plenty of fruit to support this saucy dish.
8. Beer Recommendation: Try a dry, pale lager from Southeast Asia, such as Thailand"s Singha, to celebrate each distinct flavor in this dish.
9. Comments: The grill adds a special dimension to this delicious, authentic Asian dish.