Description
These soy and honey glazed pork chops bring Asian-inspired flavors to the table, creating a delicious sweet and umami-packed dish.
Ingredients
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- 4 pork chops (thick cut)
- 1 tablespoon honey (15ml)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (30g)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (60ml)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (15ml)
- Green onion, chopped (optional for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation:
- Marinade the Pork Chops:
- In a large ziplock bag, combine 1 tablespoon honey, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon minced ginger. Seal the bag and shake well to mix.
- Add the 4 pork chops to the bag, seal, and shake again to coat the pork chops evenly. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
Cooking:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Sear the Pork Chops:
- Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Remove the pork chops from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later.
- Place the pork chops in the hot skillet and sear for 3-5 minutes on each side, until they develop a golden-brown crust.
- Bake the Pork Chops:
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake the pork chops for 6-10 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Be careful not to overcook to avoid drying out the meat.
- Prepare the Glaze:
- While the pork chops are baking, pour the reserved marinade into a small pot.
- Bring the marinade to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
Serving:
- Serve the Pork Chops:
- Remove the pork chops from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the pork chops over rice, drizzling plenty of the thickened glaze over the top.
- Garnish with chopped green onion and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Marinating Time: Marinate the pork chops for at least 20-30 minutes, but you can marinate them for up to 2 hours for more intense flavor.
- Cooking Time: The exact baking time will depend on the thickness of the pork chops. Use a meat thermometer to ensure they are cooked to the correct internal temperature.
- Serving Suggestions: These pork chops pair well with steamed rice or quinoa and a side of steamed or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 30 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Main
- Method: Stove Top and Oven
- Cuisine: Asian Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg