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you can shovel a few over the foil-wrapped sweet potatoes, but keep the fire going on the side. The sweet potatoes will take 45 – 60 minutes to cook.
6. Once the sweet potatoes are ready, remove them and spread the coals.
7. Now braai the pork chops over medium-hot coals for about 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pork is perfectly cooked: crispy on the outside and still juicy on the inside.
8. Serve the pork chops and sweet potatoes straight away.
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