• 1 Tbs. olive oil
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1/2 tsp. oregano, or 2 tsp. fresh, chopped
• 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/4 tsp. sugar
• 4 boneless pork loin chops, about 1/4 lb. each
• 4 whole wheat rolls

Prepare grill or broiler. Combine first 5 ingredients in a small heavy skillet over medium heat. Sauté 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool 3 minutes. Stir in vinegar and sugar. Arrange pork chops in a baking dish. Pour marinade over pork and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator at least 20 minutes. Grill or broil pork chops 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked throughout. Season with salt to taste. Serve with rolls.

Per serving: calories 230, fat 9.0g, 35% calories from fat, cholesterol 52mg, protein 21.0g, carbohydrates 16.7g, fiber 2.5g, sugar 2.5g, sodium 197mg, diet points 5.4.

Dietary Exchanges: Milk: 0.0, Vegetable: 0.1, Fruit: 0.0, Bread: 1.0, Lean meat: 0.0, Fat: 1.2, Sugar: 0.0, Very lean meat protein: 2.5

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The recommended wines are: Gewürztraminer, Burgundy, or Cabernet Sauvignon.