Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup kosher salt; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 cups water; 2 cups ice water; 4 center-cut pork rib chops (1 inch thick and 8 ounces each); 2 tablespoons canola oil; 3 tablespoons paprika; 1 teaspoon each garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin and ground mustard; 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper

Servings: persons

1/4 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup sugar
2 cups water
2 cups ice water
4 center-cut pork rib chops (1 inch thick and 8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon each garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin and ground mustard
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper

1
In a large saucepan, combine salt, sugar and 2 cups water; cook and stir over medium heat until salt and sugar are dissolved. Remove from heat. Add 2 cups ice water to cool brine to room temperature.
2
Place pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag; add cooled brine. Seal bag, pressing out as much air as possible; turn to coat chops. Place in a 13x9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate 8-12 hours.
3
Remove chops from brine; rinse and pat dry. Discard brine. Brush both sides of chops with oil. In a small bowl, mix rub ingredients; rub over pork chops. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
4
Grill chops on an oiled rack, covered, over medium heat 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145&deg. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

390

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup kosher salt, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 cups water, 2 cups ice water, and more.

Yes, Ultimate Grilled 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.

Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops

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