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Preheat the oven to 400°F.
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Allow the pork chops to come to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
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In a saute pan over medium-low heat, toast the pumpkin, sunflower, and fennel seeds, stirring occasionally, until they just start to brown, about 3 minutes.
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Oven-Roasted Dukkah-Spiced Pork Chops
To make the dukkah spice blend, combine the toasted seeds with the garlic powder, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika in a food processor or spice mill. Pulse or mill until finely ground.
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Using your hands, rub all sides of the pork chops with the olive oil, followed by the dukkah spice blend.
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Transfer the pork chops to the center of a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake on middle rack of oven until the pork has reached an internal temperature of 145°F, about 15 minutes.
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Check to see that pork is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow the pork to rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1/2-inch slices. Place pork slices on a platter and sprinkle with the parsley and black pepper. Put the cucumbers and yogurt in separate bowls. Serve alongside the pork, with olive oil for drizzling.
