GRILLED MAPLE-BRINED PORK CHOPS
Twelve hours is the optimal time for brining the chops, so plan on making the brine and marinating the chops the night before you intend to grill them. Once brined, they can be refrigerated for several days before cooking.
Provided by Jody Adams
Categories Garlic Pork Summer Tailgating Brine Grill/Barbecue Maple Syrup
Yield Makes 4 entrée servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Mix all of the brine ingredients together in a nonreactive pot and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat and stir the brine to ensure that the salt, sugar, and maple syrup have dissolved. Let the brine cool, then put it in a large nonreactive container and add the pork chops. Cover and refrigerate for no more than 12 hours.
- 2. Remove the pork from the brine and pat dry (without rinsing).
- 3. Prepare a grill with hot and medium cooking areas. A grill is hot when you can't hold your hand near the grill surface for longer than 2 seconds without pulling it away; it's medium when you can't hold your hand there for longer than 4 seconds.
- 4. Season the chops with pepper (not salt - remember, the brining solution is salty) and brush with the oil. Sear the chops directly over the hottest part of the open grill for about 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Then move the chops to the medium area of the grill, cover the grill, and cook to the desired doneness. Use an instant-read digital thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chops. A reading of 145° to 150°F will give you a pink, moist chop, 160°F is well-done. Serve immediately, accompanied by the chutney, if using.
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Chiedza Ngazimbi
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try! The chops were juicy and flavorful, and the maple-brined flavor was divine. I will definitely be making this again.
mdyousuf ali
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The chops were cooked perfectly and the maple-brined flavor was a hit with everyone. I will definitely be making this again.
Brother Gaming
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chops were cooked to perfection and the maple-brined flavor was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Derrick Holbrook
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The chops were cooked evenly and the maple-brined flavor was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Md Sagor Bhuiyan
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chops are always juicy and flavorful, and the maple-brined flavor is so unique. I highly recommend this recipe.
Wisal Khanvk
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The chops were cooked to perfection and the maple-brined flavor was divine. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans and it was a complete meal.
Zubair Nasir
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The maple-brined flavor was incredible and the chops were so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.
Sabi 12
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try! The chops were juicy and flavorful, and the maple-brined flavor was divine. I will definitely be making this again.
Jose Tirado
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The chops were cooked perfectly and the maple-brined flavor was a hit with everyone. I will definitely be making this again.
Joe Herlihy
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chops were cooked to perfection and the maple-brined flavor was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Onusachi Hussein
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. The chops were delicious and the maple-brined flavor was so good. I will definitely be making this again.
Linda Mpofu
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The chops were cooked evenly and the maple-brined flavor was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Autumn Norton
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chops are always juicy and flavorful, and the maple-brined flavor is so unique. I highly recommend this recipe.
Abigail Badu
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The chops were cooked to perfection and the maple-brined flavor was divine. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans and it was a complete meal.
Draco Dan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The maple-brined flavor was incredible and the chops were so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.
Mya Gunn
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a huge hit with my family. The chops were cooked perfectly and the maple-brined flavor was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Queen Jay
[email protected]This recipe was absolutely amazing! The chops were juicy and flavorful, and the maple-brined flavor was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again.