Grilled Pork with Ginger
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes absolutely restaurant quality. The marinade is a beautiful balance of sweet, savory, and spicy that really brings out the best in grilled pork chops. Fresh ginger is the star here, and beyond adding incredible flavor, it's wonderful for digestion and reducing inflammation. The best part? You probably have most of these ingredients in your pantry already, so it won't break the bank. Just twenty minutes to marinate and twenty five minutes on the grill, and you've got an impressive meal that feels fancy but requires minimal effort.
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Ingredients
- 4pork chops(1.5 inches thick)
- 3 tablespoonsfresh ginger(minced)
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 237 mlsoy sauce
- 3 tablespoonshoney
- 2 tablespoonsrice vinegar
- 2 tablespoonssesame oil
- 1 teaspoonsriracha(optional)
- 3green onions(chopped)
- 1lime(juiced)
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 tablespoonvegetable oil(for grill)
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Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together minced ginger, garlic, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha, and lime juice to create the marinade glaze.
Tip: Make the glaze ahead of time and let flavors meld for deeper taste.
- 2
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
Tip: Dry meat helps achieve better caramelization on the grill.
- 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Tip: Test grill temperature by holding your hand 4 inches above the grates for 2-3 seconds.
- 4
Place pork chops on the hot grill and sear for 4-5 minutes without moving them to develop a golden crust.
Tip: Resist the urge to flip too early; let the heat do the work.
- 5
Flip the chops and brush generously with the ginger-soy glaze. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, brushing with more glaze halfway through.
Tip: Add glaze during the last minutes of cooking to prevent burning.
- 6
Flip once more and brush the other side with remaining glaze, cooking for 2-3 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer for perfectly cooked pork every time.
- 7
Transfer the grilled pork chops to a serving plate and let rest for 3-4 minutes before serving.
Tip: Resting allows juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and moist.
- 8
Garnish with chopped green onions and drizzle any remaining pan glaze over the top before serving.
Tip: Fresh green onions add brightness and a sharp contrast to the rich, sweet glaze.
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