Grilled pork chops with tangy plum sauce

Method

1. Start with making the tangy plum sauce. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium saucepan over a moderate heat add the shallots and sauté gently for 2 – 3 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon, add the star anise and garlic, followed by the jam, pureed plums and balsamic and cook for a further 3 – 4 minutes to reduce.  Keep stirring to prevent sticking.  Keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, heat the other tablespoon of oil in a large heavy based frying pan until hot and cook the pork chops for 6 – 8 minutes on each side or to preferred cooking time.
3. Whilst the pork is cooking, grill the plums for 4 minutes on each side. Set aside.
4. Transfer pork to serving plate and top with warm tangy plum sauce and grilled plums.

Serve with grilled zucchini as a side dish.