Grilled Pork & Vegetables with Fresh Corn Polenta

Fresh-corn polenta is a summery accompaniment to the pork and vegetables here. Ancho chile powder, made from dried ground poblano peppers, adds sweet, mild heat.

Ingredients

  • 4 corn, husked and halved
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ¾ teaspoon salt, divided
  • ¾ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
  • 1 medium eggplant (1 pound), sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rings
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into wedges
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 3 tablespoons dried oregano, divided
  • 2 teaspoons chile powder, preferably ancho, divided
  • 1 pound boneless thin-cut pork chops, trimmed
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish