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Grilled Pork Chop Marinade

An easy and flavorful marinade that elevates pork chops to gourmet status, perfect for family dinners or impressing guests.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Grilled
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Can be swapped with tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar Add more for extra sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with other oils if desired.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh minced garlic preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika For a smoky flavor.
Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces pork chops Can substitute with chicken breasts or vegetables.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, olive oil, garlic, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. Place the pork chops in a ziplock bag or a shallow dish, then pour the marinade over them.
  3. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the pork chops for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through.
  3. Let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Allowing the marinade to work its magic for a few hours greatly enhances the flavor. Leftover pork chops can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.