Grilled natural pork cutlet

Ingredients:

• 4 natural pork cutlets
• Barbecue sauce for filing

Preparation:

1. Pork cutlets:
   
   Sprinkle four 1-inch-thick natural pork chops with salt on both sides, then rub them all over with vegetable oil. Sprinkle with your chosen spice blend (see below for options). Grill over medium-high heat until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 145°F (62°C), 4-5 minutes per side. Serve with barbecue sauce.
   
   

   Seasoning options

   
   Spice mix with Sichuan pepper:
   
   In a spice grinder, combine 2 tablespoons Sichuan peppercorns, 4 teaspoons cumin seeds, 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Transfer to a small bowl and stir in 1 teaspoon each of five-spice powder, light brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
   
   BBQ spice mix:
   
   In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon each paprika and light brown sugar with 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon each mustard powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
   
   Spice mix with fennel and coriander:
   
   In a spice grinder, combine 1 tablespoon each of fennel and coriander seeds and grind until coarsely ground. Transfer to a small bowl and mix with 1 teaspoon of grated lemon zest and 1/2 teaspoon each of garlic powder and red pepper flakes.