Brown Sugar Pork Chops with Georgia Peach BBQ Sauce

Name: Brown Sugar Pork Chops with Georgia Peach BBQ Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 sweet onion, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; One 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated; 1 1/2 cups ketchup; 1/2 cup peach jam; 2 ripe peaches, pitted and cut into 3/4-inch chunks; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3/4 cup dark brown sugar; 1/4 cup kosher salt; 2 cups boiling water; 3 cups ice cubes; 4 bone-in pork loin chops (1 1/2 to 2 pounds)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 sweet onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
One 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
1 1/2 cups ketchup
1/2 cup peach jam
2 ripe peaches, pitted and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup kosher salt
2 cups boiling water
3 cups ice cubes
4 bone-in pork loin chops (1 1/2 to 2 pounds)

1
Place a medium saute pan over medium heat and add the oil.
2
Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes.
3
Add the garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, 45 to 60 seconds.
4
Add the ketchup, peach jam and peaches.
5
Reduce heat to low and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Add the vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
7
Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
8
Meanwhile, in a medium heatproof bowl, dissolve the brown sugar and kosher salt in boiling water, then stir in the ice cubes to cool.
9
Add the pork chops, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate about 30 minutes.
10
Remove the pork chops from the brine, rinse them well and dry thoroughly with paper towels.
11
Pour half the barbecue sauce into a shallow baking dish; reserve remaining sauce.
12
Add the pork chops, turning to coat both sides.
13
Prepare a medium-hot grill or grill pan.
14
Grill the chops until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side, basting chops with barbecue sauce.
15
Remove from the grill and let stand 5 minutes before serving.
16
Serve with the remaining sauce.

1629

kcal

Calories

142

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 sweet onion, finely chopped, 1 clove garlic, finely chopped, One 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated, and more.

Yes, Brown Sugar Pork Chops with Georgia Peach BBQ Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!