Description
Transform your ordinary pork chops into a mouthwatering dish with this easy-to-make Pork Chop Marinade. This savory blend of garlic, brown sugar, and spices infuses each bite with unforgettable flavor, making it perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. In just under ten minutes, you can prepare this versatile marinade that not only tenderizes the meat but also enhances its natural flavors. Whether grilled to perfection or adapted for other proteins like chicken or tofu, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large pork chops
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme or to taste
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon mesquite-flavored seasoning
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the pork chops by slicing them horizontally without cutting all the way through.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, brown sugar, lemon juice, mustard, thyme, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, white wine vinegar, mesquite seasoning, parsley flakes, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the pork chops and ensure they are well-coated. Seal tightly and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the pork chops from the marinade and discard any excess liquid.
- Grill each chop for about 8 minutes per side until browned and slightly pink in the center (145°F internal temperature). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg