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Grilled Brown Sugar Pork Chops

Juicy pork chops grilled to perfection with a sweet caramelized glaze and paired with tangy fermented sauerkraut. A family-friendly dish that's quick and easy to make!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork and Seasonings
  • 2 pieces thin-cut bone-in pork chops (Approx. 1.5 inches thick) Use fresh pork chops for best flavor.
  • 1 tsp kosher salt For dry-brining.
  • 0.5 tsp coarse black pepper Adjust according to taste.
Glaze
  • 0.25 cup dark brown sugar Packed (approx. 50g).
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar To thin the sugar into a paste.
Sauerkraut
  • 1 cup fermented shredded sauerkraut Drained (approx. 150g).
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley Finely chopped for garnish.
Oil
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil Or other high-smoke point oil.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the pork chops dry. Rub them with kosher salt and let them sit while you prepare the glaze.
  2. In a bowl, mix the dark brown sugar and apple cider vinegar until it becomes a paste.
  3. Add black pepper to the pork chops and brush both sides with avocado oil.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high. Grill your chops for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through, basting with the brown sugar glaze in the last few minutes.
  2. Warm the drained sauerkraut in a pan for a minute or two. Add the fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Notes

Allow the pork chops to rest after grilling for maximum juiciness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.