Pork with oregano

6 boneless pork loin chops , 3/4-inch thick 1/3 cup flour 1/2-1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 1 tablespoon garlic powder 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 -5[...]

1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root 5 cardamom pods, seeds removed and crushed (optional) 2 teaspoons lemon[...]

rice , mixture 3 ounces onions , peeled, and finely chopped 3 ounces red bell peppers , seeded and chopped 2 bay leaves 2 mace blades 1/3 cup long grain rice[...]