Fill up a deep pot with 2 gallons of water and 1 tablespoon salt. Place the pork chops in the water and let sit for about 1 hour. (For best results brine overnight in the refrigerator).
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Remove the pork chops from the brine and place in a large sheet pan. Mix the sofrito, olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, ground pepper and remaining 2 tablespoons salt in a bowl. Coat the pork chops with the mixture, then rub the annatto powder on the skin. Roast the pork chops for 15 minutes.
Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 350 degrees F, then fry chops until the skin becomes crispy like chicharron, about 5 minutes.
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Recipe courtesy of Luna Rosa, San Antonio, TX
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