This Father's Day, skip the standard BBQ fare such as burgers or hotdogs and serve up a special Asian meal he's sure to enjoy. This entrée can be prepared under 30 minutes and has a smoky and savory flavor. Pairs nicely with asian cole slaw, rice pilaf or a simple summer salad with a balsalmic vinaigrette.

Ingredients

1/3 cup black bean garlic sauce (available in Asian food aisle at your local grocer)
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
4 boneless center-cut pork chops (about 8 ounces each)

4 baby bok choy, halved lengthwise

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 lime wedges

Preparation

Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Whisk together black bean sauce, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, and ginger in shallow dish. Set 2 tablespoons marinade aside. Add pork to remaining marinade; let stand 20 minutes.

Remove pork from marinade; brush cut side of bok choy with reserved 2 tablespoons marinade. Grill pork until just cooked through and thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 145°F, about 5 minutes per side. Grill bok choy until softened and lightly charred, about 5 minutes total.

Divide pork and bok choy among 4 plates. Sprinkle with cilantro, garnish with lime wedges, and serve.

Recipe courtesy of Epicurious.com, August 2004. Photo by Pornchai Mittongtare.