Whenever I have a craving for pork chops, I usually go for the salt & pepper pork chops served at many Chinese restaurants. When dining out, I kind of like the boneless pork chops because they're less messy to eat and I don't need to use my fingers. This is not to say that I wouldn't go for the salt & pepper spare ribs, with bones and all. They're equally appetizing if you don't mind getting your fingers oiled. I had always wanted to prepare a home-cooked version of this dish, and so I did. And while my finished product does not approximate the ones I order at restaurants, the good news is I was able to modify the spiciness and saltiness of the meat which might be good for those who can tolerate only a certain level of spiciness or who are constantly watching their salt intake.