Name: Herb-Brined Pork Chops Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick); 1/4 cup kosher salt; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1 teaspoon dried sage; 4 cups water; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Herb-Brined Pork Chops Recipe

Muriel Roger Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Herb-Brined Pork Chops

Pork is one of the most commonly cooked meats in the world and we’ve decided to put our spin into these minimal yet tasty pork recipes that will have you looking forward to every bite.

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 15 minutes

Total: 25 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick)
1/4 cup kosher salt
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried sage
4 cups water
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine kosher salt, brown sugar, dried thyme, dried rosemary, dried sage, and water. Stir until the salt and sugar dissolve.
Place the pork chops in a resealable plastic bag and pour the brine over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
Remove the pork chops from the brine and pat them dry with paper towels.
Rub the minced garlic and olive oil all over the pork chops.
Grill the pork chops for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium.
Remove the pork chops from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories : 280 kcal
Total Fat : 12g
Saturated Fat : 3g
Cholesterol : 90mg
Sodium : 5409mg
Total Carbohydrates : 4g
Fiber : 0g
Sugar : 3g
Protein : 34g

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