An easy brine makes all of the difference.
Pork chops are a versatile cut of meatI endorse them wholeheartedly.
I love grilled pork chops most because its the least messy way to prepare them.
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I simply brine the pork chops and then I pop them onto a hot grill.
It has a bone that runs along one side and a border of fat.
I prefer a cut that is 2 inches thick.
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They are basically rib chops with the bone and some of the fat trimmed off.
My family isnt shy about a generous ribbon of fat, so I hardly trim any off.
Leave at least a 1/8-inch layer of it on since fat adds flavor as it renders on the grill.
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Brined Pork Chops are Juicier!
Pork is a lean meat that can become notoriously bone-dry when cooked.
Brining pumps them full of moisture, preventing them from drying out.
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The brineI recommend for these pork chops is quite simple to prepare, and it works wonders.
It guarantees the meat remains juicy until you sink your teeth into them.
How Long To Brine the Pork Chops
Dont brine them for too long.
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Crosshatch grill marks are pretty but too high maintenance even for me.
If you really want bold grill marks, dont move the pork chops while they sear.
Then finish cooking them through over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes.
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Boneless chops or thinner rib chops will take less time to cook through.
The safe internal temperature of pork is 145F.
When cut, the center of the meat will have a light blush pink color.
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it’s possible for you to place a heavy plate on top to help them stay submerged.
Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Lay the pork chops on a platter so that they come to room temperature while the grill heats.
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Use a grill brush to clean the grill grates.
Saturate a wad of paper towel generously with vegetable oil and rub it along the grates.
Use your hands to rub both sides of the pork chops with the oil.
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Sprinkle and massage the spice rub all over them.
Sear for 4 minutes without moving them.
This allows the meat to caramelize properly.
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Flip them over and sear for 4 minutes without moving them.
Move the seared pork chops to the cool side of the grill, then terminate the lid.
Transfer the grilled pork chops onto a platter and cover it loosely with foil.
Rest them for 5 minutes before serving, which will allow the juices to settle down.
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