Congratulations on the 20th anniversary of Michael and Marion's Restaurant in Barrie, Ontario.
Owner: Kent Smith
Executive Chef: Dennis Thorntown is hosting the Recipe for the month of May
May Recipe:
Marinated Omega 3 Pork Loin Chops
With an Apple and Pear Maple Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Brine:
1 cup granulated sugar
¾ cup coarse kosher salt
2 cups water
1, 3 inch cinnamon stick
1 tsp juniper berries
1 tsp whole cloves
2 SStar Anise
½ Vanilla Bean (split lengthwise)
Directions:
Bring all ingredients to a boil, let stand cool
Time in Brine:
Pork Chops 1-2 inches thick 12-24 hours
Whole Loin or Rack 2-3 days
Maple Bourbon BBQ Sauce:
1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 large Onion diced
3 Cloves Garlic minced
2 tsp Dijon Mustard (whole grain)
2 tbsp chopped Parsley
2 tsp Smoked Paprika
½ cup Bourbon
½ cup Maple Syrup
¼ cup Red Wine
Directions:
Sauté onion and garlic with oil until translucent. Add mustard, paprika and parsley and simmer for 5 minutes on medium/low heat. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes and then remove from heat to cool. Once cool enough puree in blender until smooth.
Apple and Pear Chutney
1 Granny Smith Apple (½ inch dice)
1 Anjou Pear (½ inch dice)
2 small Shallots diced
1 tsp Chives
¼ cup Brown Sugar
¼ cup Cider Vinegar
1 tbsp unsalted butter
Pinch of Nutmeg
Pinch of Allspice
Season with Salt, White Pepper and Lemon Juice.
Directions:
Sauté the shallots in the butter, on medium heat until translucent. Add the Apple, Pear and nutmeg and allspice and cook for 5 minutes or until tender. Combine vinegar and sugar and add to pan. Mix well, cooking for 20 minutes to blend flavors. Adjust flavours by seasoning with salt, pepper and lemon juice. Should have a good balance between sugar and vinegar so adjust if not to your liking.
Grilled Omega 3 Pork Loin Chops:
Lightly Season marinated pork chops and grill on an oiled grill to achieve clear grill mark. While grilling (2 minutes per grill mark) combine your chutney to the bourbon BBQ and mix well. Once done grilling place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spoon on the chutney BBQ mix. Coat evenly and be sure to use the chunky body of the sauce. Bake in a preheated oven, 350 degrees for 5 to 8 minutes and enjoy with your favourite side dishes.
Since I've been using Sheridan’s products whether produce, meat or seafood, I've found great consistency in the product. In turn; we have received exceptional feedback from our guests about the quality of their meals. It has been a fulfilling relationship this far with Sheridan and look forward to creating a lasting partnership here at Michael and Marion’s.
Dennis David Thornton
Casual fine dining cooking for 5 years. Love ethnic foods such as Thai and Indian. Love staying active, reading, and art.
www.michaelandmarions.com
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