Cooking hog chops can be a delightful culinary experience, offering a versatile and flavorful cut of meat. Whether you prefer the juiciness of a grilled chop or the tender slow-cooked goodness of a braised dish, the options are endless. From simple pan-frying to elaborate multi-step recipes, this article will guide you through the best ways to cook hog chops. Explore the nuances of different cooking techniques, discover tantalizing marinades and rubs, and learn how to pair complementary sides to create a memorable meal.
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WORLD'S BEST HONEY GARLIC PORK CHOPS
A quick and simple grilled pork chop that everyone will love featuring a simple and easy glaze.
Provided by John Chandler
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Whisk ketchup, honey, soy sauce, and garlic together in a bowl to make a glaze.
- Sear the pork chops on both sides on the preheated grill. Lightly brush glaze onto each side of the chops as they cook; grill until no longer pink in the center, about 7 to 9 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 441.1 mg, Sugar 12.3 g
HOGBACK PORK CHOPS
This recipe is a children's favorite. Heck adults like it too! I got this from my Colorado Cache Cookbook.
Provided by keen5
Categories Pork
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Brown chops in a greased skillet over medium heat.
- Arrange chops in a shallow 2 quart baking dish.
- Pour apple juice over chops and sprinkle with raisins and salt.
- Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes; turn chops.
- Combine brown sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon and coat apple wedges with this mixture.
- Arrange apples around chops.
- Sprinkle apples with the remaining sugar mixture and pour water over all.
- Cover and bake an additional 15 minutes.
GRILLED WILD BOAR CHOPS
Lemon and rosemary play with the rich leaness of wild boar. Serve with Farmgirl's mushroom ragout and roasted veggie-fruit medley.
Provided by GirlwithMS
Categories Pork
Time 6h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- salt and pepper the chops.
- place chops in roomy, non-metal container so each chop lays flat.
- whisk all ingredients (sans chops) for marinade.
- pour marinade over chops.
- cover and refrigerate at least (4) hours, turning every hour or so.
- prepare grill/fire for direct heat on hi.
- sear chops on both side for 2 minutes.
- turn heat down or place chops on cooler part of grill for remaining cooking.
- Close lid and cook about (5) mins on each side for medium rare.
- let chops rest at room temp for (10) mins before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.9, Fat 61.1, SaturatedFat 8.5, Sodium 586, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 4.2, Protein 1.2
PAN ROASTED WILD BOAR CHOPS RECIPE - (3.8/5)
Provided by á-174942
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Season meat with Lawry's Seasoned Salt and Lawry's Seasoned Pepper. Toss seasoned chops with 1/4 cup of the olive oil, rosemary and lemon juice. Cover and refrigerate for 6 to 12 hours. Heat remaining oil in a large ovenproof skillet. Add chops and lightly brown on both sides. Remove chops and set aside. Add garlic, shallots, carrots and celery and cook until lightly browned. Return chops to the pan and place the pan in a preheated 375 degree oven. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes more or until chops are just done and shallots are slightly soft. Remove pan from oven. Remove chops from pan and keep warm. Place pan over a medium-high burner and add wine. Reduce wine to about 2 tablespoons. Remove from heat and whisk in chilled butter until melted. To serve, place vegetables on plates and arrange chops over. Drizzle sauce over chops. This recipe yields 4 servings. There is a relatively small danger that your hog, boar, etc. may carry the parasite trichinella, which causes trichinosis... a bad thing. Make sure that the meat is cooked to an internal temperature of 155 degrees for several minutes, just to be safe. It's also best to trim most of the fat from the chops as it often imparts unpleasant flavors to the cooked meat. If you don't have boar chops handy, substitute lamb, venison or pork chops. Use any vegetables in season to accompany the chops if you don't want to use shallot, celery and carrot.
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of pork: Look for bone-in pork chops that are at least 1-inch thick. This will help ensure that they stay juicy and flavorful during cooking.
- Brine the pork chops: Brining helps to tenderize the pork and add flavor. To make a simple brine, dissolve 1/4 cup of salt and 1/2 cup of brown sugar in 4 cups of cold water. Place the pork chops in the brine and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
- Season the pork chops: Before cooking, season the pork chops with your favorite seasonings. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt and pepper.
- Cook the pork chops over medium heat: This will help to prevent the pork chops from drying out. Cook the pork chops for 8-10 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
- Let the pork chops rest before serving: This will help the pork chops to retain their juices. Let the pork chops rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Pork chops are a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you are grilling, baking, or pan-frying them, following these tips will help you to cook perfect pork chops every time. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give pork chops a try!
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