Brined Sweet And Spicy Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Brined Sweet And Spicy Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops; 3 jalapeno peppers, cut into strips; 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved; 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, in juice; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 4 tablespoons butter, more if needed; salt and black pepper; For brine; 2 quarts water; 1/2 cup kosher salt; 4 tablespoons light brown sugar; 6 bay leaves, crushed; 4 tablespoons black peppercorns; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 4 tablespoons dried thyme leaves; 4 tablespoons dried rosemary leaves

Servings: persons

4 boneless pork chops
3 jalapeno peppers, cut into strips
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, in juice
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons butter, more if needed
salt and black pepper
For brine
2 quarts water
1/2 cup kosher salt
4 tablespoons light brown sugar
6 bay leaves, crushed
4 tablespoons black peppercorns
4 garlic cloves, crushed
4 tablespoons dried thyme leaves
4 tablespoons dried rosemary leaves

1
Mix all ingredients for brine in a large non-reactive container, making sure salt and sugar are dissolved well. Place pork chops in brine and place in refrigerator overnight.
2
Once you are ready to cook, rinse pork chops and pat dry. Season with salt and cracked black pepper (make sure not to add too much salt because the pork chops absorb salt from the brine as well.).
3
Heat a skillet and melt the butter. Once the pan is hot, add pork chops and cook until done, adding more butter if needed. Once pork chops are done, remove from skillet and set aside.
4
Add jalapeno strips and cook for about 2 minuted to release the flavor. Add more butter if needed.
5
Add pineapple chunks, reserving the juice. Add grape tomatoes. Cook for about 1 minute.
6
Add half the pineapple juice to the skillet. In a mixing bowl, combine the cornstarch with the remaining pineapple juice. Once the mixture in the skillet starts to lightly simmer, add the cornstarch mixture and let the sauce thicken.
7
Serve and enjoy!

657

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless pork chops, 3 jalapeno peppers, cut into strips, 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved, 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, in juice, and more.

Yes, Brined Sweet And Spicy Pork Chops falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Brined Sweet And Spicy Pork Chops

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