Grilled pork chops are a classic dish that can be elevated to a new level of flavor with the addition of plums, halloumi, and lemon. The sweet and tangy flavors of the plums pair perfectly with the savory pork chops, while the salty and squeaky texture of the halloumi adds a delightful contrast. When these ingredients are combined and grilled to perfection, the result is a mouthwatering dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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GRILLED PORK CHOPS WITH PLUMS, HALLOUMI, AND LEMON
If you like feta, you should get to know Halloumi, a Cypriot cheese sold at Greek markets, specialty food stores, and some supermarkets. Smooth, oiled grill grates will keep the cheese from sticking. And keep a close eye on the plums as they cook; you want them to be soft and just slightly jammy, not mushy.
Provided by Claire Saffitz
Categories Bon Appétit Dinner Plum Pork Chop Pork Oregano Cheese
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Combine honey and 2 Tbsp. oil in a large resealable plastic bag. Season pork chops generously with salt and pepper and add to bag. Seal, pressing out air, and massage chops to coat.
- Place plums, lemon, and Halloumi on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with 2 Tbsp. oil; toss to coat. Season plums and lemon with salt, then season everything with pepper.
- Grill pork over medium-high, turning occasionally with tongs and moving around if needed to prevent flare-ups, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center (about 1/2" from the bone) registers 130°F, 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, grill plums, lemon (cut side down), and Halloumi, turning plums and cheese once or twice, until grill marks appear and plums start to release their juices, about 4 minutes. Transfer plums, lemon, and Halloumi to cutting board with pork and let cool 1 minute. Slice each plum half into 3 wedges and tear Halloumi into 1" pieces.
- Cut pork away from bone and slice 1/2" thick. Arrange meat on plates; discard bones. Spoon plums and Halloumi around and on top of meat, dividing evenly. Squeeze juice from grilled lemon over; season with more salt and pepper. Top with oregano, sprinkle with some Aleppo-style pepper, and drizzle with a little oil.
BEST GRILLED PORK CHOPS
This is a simple recipe. It is simple to throw together the marinade in the morning before going off to work and come home to an easy dinner to prepare at night.
Provided by goodeats
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Boneless
Time 2h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix water, soy sauce, vegetable oil, lemon pepper seasoning, and minced garlic in a deep bowl; add pork chops and marinate in refrigerator at least 2 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Remove pork chops from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Cook the pork chops on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center, 5 to 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 40.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 1254.4 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
GRILLED PORK CHOPS AND PLUMS
Add grilled plums to a quick arugula salad to serve with grilled pork chops.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Sprinkle the pork chops generously on both sides with salt and pepper. Lightly oil the grill grates. Grill the pork chops until lightly charred with strong grill marks, about 6 minutes. Flip and continue to grill until just slightly pink near the bone, 4 to 5 minutes more. Transfer the pork chops to a cutting board to rest for about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss the plums with 2 teaspoons of the oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill, flipping once, until softened with grill marks, about 2 minutes per side. Cut into wedges.
- Toss the arugula and parsley with the lemon juice and remaining 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Divide among 4 plates and top with the plum wedges. Serve with the pork chops.
GRILLED HONEY, LEMON, AND GARLIC PORK CHOPS
Make and share this Grilled Honey, Lemon, and Garlic Pork Chops recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Oolala
Categories High Protein
Time 4h15m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except pork chops in a small bowl.
- Place pork in shallow baking dish and pour marinade over pork. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
- Remove from marinade and reserve marinade. Heat the marinade in a small saucepan over medium heat to a simmer.
- Grill pork over medium hot coals 12-15 minutes, turning once during cooking and basting frequently with marinade, until meat termometer registers 155 degrees to 160 degrees F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 878.5, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 194.7, Sodium 1145.4, Carbohydrate 78.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 71.7, Protein 65.9
PORK CHOPS WITH SAUTEED PLUMS
I frequently rely on fast, flavorful recipes like this that look like I fussed in the kitchen all day. What an easy way to please my family...and to impress dinner guests!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sprinkle pork chops with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown pork chops in oil; set chops aside. , Reserve 1 tablespoon drippings; saute plums and onion for 4-6 minutes or until plums begin to brown. Stir in the water, thyme and remaining salt. Return pork chops to pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 13-16 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 653mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
LEMON GRILLED PORK CHOPS
I believe this is originally a Weight Watchers recipe, but I've been using this marinade on pork or chicken for years. It's quick, simple and cheap!
Provided by walesmd
Categories Pork
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the first five ingredients (I've found the lemon zest and lemon juice requirements are perfect for one lemon).
- Place pork chops in the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Salt and pepper pork chops to taste, then grill (approx. 5-7 minutes per side).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.6, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 137.3, Sodium 110, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 41.4
GRILLED PORK CHOPS WITH FRESH HERBS
A great tasting, easy way to cook pork chops on the grill! You can use about any cut of chop with the same great results.
Provided by Emily_Nowlan
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, parsley, rosemary, thyme, ground coriander, garlic, and lemon zest together in a shallow dish. Add pork chops and toss to evenly coat. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, turning chops halfway through.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Remove chops from the marinade and gently shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Place chops on the preheated grill and reduce heat to medium. Cook until no longer pink in the center, about 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 946.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
Tips:
- To ensure that the pork chops are cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The chops should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, 155°F (68°C) for medium, and 165°F (74°C) for well-done.
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can check the chops by cutting into the thickest part of the meat. The juices should run clear, with no pink in the center for well-done chops.
- To prevent the pork chops from drying out, marinate them for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help to tenderize the meat and add flavor.
- If you don't have time to marinate the chops, you can still cook them by grilling them over medium heat for 8-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- To make the plum sauce, use ripe, juicy plums. This will give the sauce a sweet and tangy flavor.
- If you don't have halloumi cheese, you can substitute feta cheese or goat cheese.
- Serve the pork chops with the plum sauce, halloumi cheese, and lemon wedges. This dish is best enjoyed immediately after cooking.
Conclusion:
Grilled pork chops with plums, halloumi, and lemon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The pork chops are grilled to perfection and the plum sauce adds a sweet and tangy flavor. The halloumi cheese is salty and savory, and the lemon wedges add a refreshing touch. This dish is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
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